Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-11
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Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Revealed May 2017
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-500mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Launched July 2011

Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-11, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The W300 was unveiled 5 years later than the SZ-11 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the W300 matches up vs the SZ-11 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Olympus SZ-11. The full galleries are available at Nikon W300 Gallery and Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Olympus SZ-11
W300 | SZ-11 | |||
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Launched | May 2017 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 72 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-11 over the Nikon W300
SZ-11 | W300 |
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Common features in the Nikon W300 and Olympus SZ-11
W300 | SZ-11 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon W300 has got external measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 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).
Compare the Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-11 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the W300 versus the SZ-11.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the W300 and SZ-11 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the W300 and SZ-11.
Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon W300 to provide you with more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern W300 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon W300 vs Olympus SZ-11 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Olympus SZ-11 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Olympus SZ-11 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2017-05-31 | 2011-07-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | - | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 9.30 m (@ ISO 1600) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231 gr (0.51 pounds) | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 images | 200 images |
Type of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $387 | $253 |