FujiFilm HS10 vs Olympus SZ-11

Lets take a deeper look at the FujiFilm HS10 versus Olympus SZ-11, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the HS10 (10MP) and SZ-11 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HS10 was introduced 12 months before the SZ-11 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm HS10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the HS10 grades vs the SZ-11 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix HS10 and Olympus SZ-11. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm HS10 Gallery and Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm HS10 features physical dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") and a weight of 666 grams (1.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-11 has proportions 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 FujiFilm HS10 versus Olympus SZ-11 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the HS10 and the SZ-11.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the HS10 and SZ-11 is 60 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HS10 and SZ-11.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-11 to show greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older HS10 will be behind in sensor innovation.