Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony S980
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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony S980 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2009
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony S980 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony S980, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SZ-16 iHS was launched 3 years after the S980 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SZ-16 iHS grades against the S980 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony S980 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Sony S980
SZ-16 iHS | S980 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | February 2009 | More modern by 48 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS
S980 | SZ-16 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony S980
SZ-16 iHS | S980 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS provides exterior 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 S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony S980 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS against the S980.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-16 iHS and S980 is 89 and 94 respectively.
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and S980.
To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent SZ-16 iHS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony S980 Specifications
Olympus SZ-16 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SZ-16 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-08 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
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 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226 grams (0.50 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $230 | $300 |