Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus SZ-11

Let's examine more closely at the Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus SZ-11, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was launched 3 years prior to the SZ-11 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FE-3010 matches up against the SZ-11 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-3010 & Olympus SZ-11. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-3010 enjoys outside measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-11 has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus SZ-11 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-3010 vs the SZ-11.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-3010 and SZ-11 is 97 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-3010 and SZ-11.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-11 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.