Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10

Here, we are matching up the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was launched 24 months prior to the SZ10 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up vs the SZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS features exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic SZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS compared to the SZ10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-16 iHS and SZ10 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The picture here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-16 iHS and SZ10.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images though you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-16 iHS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.