Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic XS1

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic XS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was unveiled very close to the XS1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SZ-16 iHS scores against the XS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS provides exterior dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS vs the XS1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-16 iHS and XS1 is 89 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-16 iHS and XS1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you need to take the production date of the cameras into account.