Clicky

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III

Portability
89
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38
Olympus SZ-16 iHS front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

Olympus SZ-16 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
  • 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
  • Launched January 2013
Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Revealed October 2017
  • Succeeded the Sony A7R II
  • Updated by Sony A7R IV
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III Overview

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.

AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

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.

TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance
	
	

Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Sony A7R III

 SZ-16 iHS A7R III 

Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS

 A7R III SZ-16 iHS 
RevealedOctober 2017January 2013Fresher by 58 months
Manual focus More exact focus
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1440k460kCrisper screen (+980k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony A7R III

 SZ-16 iHS A7R III 
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurement
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison

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).

Check the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony A7R III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III size comparison

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

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III top view buttons comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison

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.

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Portrait photography with Sony A7R III
35
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
offers face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
86
manual focus
fantastic megapixels (42MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Street Comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS Street photography factors
Sony A7R III Street photography factors
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (226g)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
79
screen tilts up and down
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
comes with touch to focus
weather proof
great ISO range (32,000)
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Sports Comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS Sports photography features
Sony A7R III Sports photography features
42
incredible zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (220 per charge)
has no phase detect auto focus
89
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (42 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proof
better than average battery power (650 shots)
comes with phase detect AF
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Travel Comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS Travel photography features
Sony A7R III Travel photography features
65
lighter than average (226 grams)
good megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
long zoom (600mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
not so great battery power (220 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
74
better than average battery power (650 shots)
weather proof
supports bluetooth
comes with touch to focus
fantastic megapixels (42 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Landscape Comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS Landscape photography factors
Sony A7R III Landscape photography factors
41
fairly wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
no manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
not so great battery power (220 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
87
manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (42 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
does not have anti-alias filter
great ISO range (32,000)
exports RAW formats
weather proof
better than average battery power (650 per charge)
2 card slots
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Vlogging Comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS as a Vlogging camera
Sony A7R III as a Vlogging camera
31
fairly wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect focus
lighter than average (226 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic port
37
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detection focusing
great video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have external microphone support
screen is not selfie friendly
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony A7R III
 Olympus SZ-16 iHSSony Alpha A7R III
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Sony
Model type Olympus SZ-16 iHS Sony Alpha A7R III
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2013-01-08 2017-10-25
Physical type Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 42 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 7952 x 5304
Max native ISO 6400 32000
Max boosted ISO - 102400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Lowest boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 425
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Sony E
Lens zoom range 25-600mm (24.0x) -
Largest aperture f/3.0-6.9 -
Amount of lenses - 121
Crop factor 5.8 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 460k dots 1,440k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech TFT Color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 3,686k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.78x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 226g (0.50 pounds) 657g (1.45 pounds)
Dimensions 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 100
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 26.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 14.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 3523
Other
Battery life 220 shots 650 shots
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LI-50B NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one)
Card slots One 2
Cost at launch $230 $2,800