Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was launched 5 months after the Galaxy Camera 3G so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has got outer measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 89 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-16 iHS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of images though you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account.