Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic S2

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic S2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was revealed 13 months later than the S2 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up against the S2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS enjoys external measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic S2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-16 iHS compared to the S2.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and S2 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The graphic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-16 iHS and S2.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to offer greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher SZ-16 iHS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.