Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SZ-11

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon S6300 versus Olympus SZ-11, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was manufactured 7 months later than the SZ-11 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S6300 scores vs the SZ-11 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Olympus SZ-11. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6300 has got exterior dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-11 has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S6300 and the SZ-11.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and SZ-11 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The visual below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and SZ-11.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S6300 to render more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger S6300 should have an advantage in sensor technology.