Owner snapshot: Olympus SZ-15 is worth judging as its own Olympus SH / SZ travel zoom compact body, not just as a generic old compact.
Specs
Release year
2013
Megapixels
16 MP effective
Sensor
1/2.3-inch CCD
Lens
23-483 mm equivalent, 21x optical zoom, f/2.8-5.9
Memory card
SD/SDHC/SDXC
Max memory
Up to 2TB (SDXC)
Battery
Olympus LI-50B
Size
107.9 × 69.7 × 39.9 mm
Weight
Approx. 250 g (with battery and card, CIPA)
Olympus SZ-15 FAQ
What battery does the Olympus SZ-15 use?
Olympus SZ-15 uses Olympus LI-50B. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Olympus SZ-15 take?
Olympus SZ-15 uses SD/SDHC/SDXC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Olympus SZ-15 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 16 MP effective Olympus compact from 2013 with 1/2.3-inch CCD. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Olympus options, compare Olympus SZ-12 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS.
How do you transfer photos from the Olympus SZ-15?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Olympus SZ-15 is worth judging as its own Olympus SH / SZ travel zoom compact body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Olympus SZ-15 works best when you want simple snapshots, direct flash, and the relaxed character people look for in older digital compacts rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD and 23-483 mm equivalent, F2.8-5.9 are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Olympus SH-50, Olympus SZ-16 iHS, Olympus SP-620 UZ, Olympus VG-160 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
