Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony H300
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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony H300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Released February 2014
Photography Glossary Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony H300 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SZ-16 iHS was introduced 13 months before the H300 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up vs the H300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Sony H300
| SZ-16 iHS | H300 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS
| H300 | SZ-16 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2014 |  | January 2013 | More modern by 13 months |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony H300
| SZ-16 iHS | H300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither has Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has exterior dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony H300 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony H300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-16 iHS and the H300.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-16 iHS and H300 is 89 and 63 respectively.
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-16 iHS and H300.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony H300 to provide more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SZ-16 iHS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony H300 Specifications
| Olympus SZ-16 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus SZ-16 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2013-01-08 | 2014-02-13 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz(R) |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3-5.9 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT Color LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dots |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 8.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 226 gr (0.50 lbs) | 590 gr (1.30 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 images | 350 images |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LI-50B | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $230 | $249 |