Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus SZ-11

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-FC100 versus Olympus SZ-11, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and SZ-11 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was unveiled 3 years prior to the SZ-11 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the SZ-11 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Olympus SZ-11. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 comes with outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-11 has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-FC100 versus Olympus SZ-11 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-FC100 and the SZ-11.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and SZ-11 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC100 and SZ-11.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus SZ-11 to show more detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.