Nikon A1000 vs Olympus SZ-11

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon A1000 vs Olympus SZ-11, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was revealed 7 years after the SZ-11 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the A1000 matches up against the SZ-11 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Olympus SZ-11. The full galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon A1000 has got outer measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-11 has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the A1000 compared to the SZ-11.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and SZ-11 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A1000 and SZ-11.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon A1000 to give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent A1000 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.