Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SZ-15

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are offered by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-11 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the SZ-15 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SZ-11 scores vs the SZ-15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-11 & Olympus SZ-15. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-11 provides external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus SZ-15 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-11 against the SZ-15.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and SZ-15 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-11 and SZ-15.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-15 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SZ-11 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.