Fujifilm JX500 vs Olympus SZ-11

Lets look closer at the Fujifilm JX500 versus Olympus SZ-11, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX500 was unveiled 6 months later than the SZ-11 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm JX500 grades against the SZ-11 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Olympus SZ-11. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX500 provides physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-11 has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm JX500 versus Olympus SZ-11 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 vs the SZ-11.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX500 and SZ-11 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX500 and SZ-11.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images although you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration.