Canon SX600 HS vs Olympus SZ-11

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SX600 HS versus Olympus SZ-11, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was introduced 2 years later than the SZ-11 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX600 HS scores against the SZ-11 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Olympus SZ-11. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX600 HS has got external dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-11 has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX600 HS versus Olympus SZ-11 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX600 HS vs the SZ-11.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and SZ-11 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX600 HS and SZ-11.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX600 HS to provide extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger SX600 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.