Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-11
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-11 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed August 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-500mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Announced July 2011

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-11 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-11, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was launched 2 years after the SZ-11 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the EX-ZR800 scores versus the SZ-11 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-11 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Olympus SZ-11. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Olympus SZ-11
EX-ZR800 | SZ-11 | |||
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Announced | August 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-11 over the Casio EX-ZR800
SZ-11 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Olympus SZ-11
EX-ZR800 | SZ-11 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-11 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR800 enjoys physical measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while 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).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-11 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR800 vs the SZ-11.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and SZ-11 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-11 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR800 and SZ-11.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR800 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR800 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-11 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-11 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Olympus SZ-11 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Olympus SZ-11 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-08-07 | 2011-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | TruePic III+ |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 9.30 m (@ ISO 1600) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222g (0.49 lb) | 226g (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
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 | 470 photos | 200 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $429 | $253 |