Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus SZ-11

Following is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm Z30 versus Olympus SZ-11, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and SZ-11 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was introduced 3 years before the SZ-11 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm Z30 scores vs the SZ-11 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Olympus SZ-11. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z30 offers exterior dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and 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).

Compare the Fujifilm Z30 versus Olympus SZ-11 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 and the SZ-11.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z30 and SZ-11 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z30 and SZ-11.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-11 to provide greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.