Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony HX200V

Here, we are comparing the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was released 9 months after the HX200V so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SZ-16 iHS scores versus the HX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS provides outside measurements 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 HX200V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-16 iHS versus the HX200V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and HX200V is 89 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and HX200V.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX200V to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The younger SZ-16 iHS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.