Nikon S620 vs Olympus SZ-11

Here is a complete review of the Nikon S620 vs Olympus SZ-11, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S620 was brought out 3 years before the SZ-11 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S620 matches up versus the SZ-11 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Olympus SZ-11. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery and Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S620 provides outer measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-11 has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S620 vs Olympus SZ-11 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S620 versus the SZ-11.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and SZ-11 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The graphic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S620 and SZ-11.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus SZ-11 to offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older S620 is going to be behind in sensor technology.