Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony A7R III, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The SZ-16 iHS was unveiled 5 years before the A7R III and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SZ-16 iHS grades vs the A7R III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony Alpha A7R III. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS features 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 Sony A7R III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-16 iHS against the A7R III.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and A7R III is 89 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The photograph below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-16 iHS and A7R III.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SZ-16 iHS having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A7R III will result in extra detail having an extra 26MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older SZ-16 iHS will be behind in sensor innovation.