Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SZ-30MR
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Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Key Specs
(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
- Revealed July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Announced March 2011
Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Olympus SZ-11 versus Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are manufactured by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SZ-11 was released 5 months later than the SZ-30MR so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SZ-11 scores against the SZ-30MR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus SZ-30MR. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-11 over the Olympus SZ-30MR
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Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Olympus SZ-11
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus SZ-30MR
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Announced | July 2011 | March 2011 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-11 comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-30MR has dimensions 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 Olympus SZ-11 versus Olympus SZ-30MR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-11 and the SZ-30MR.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-11 and SZ-30MR is 89 and 89 respectively.
Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The visual here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-11 and SZ-30MR.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-30MR to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Specifications
Olympus SZ-11 | Olympus SZ-30MR | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SZ-11 | Olympus SZ-30MR |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-07-27 | 2011-03-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | 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 | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.30 m (@ ISO 1600) | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | 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 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 226g (0.50 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 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 | 200 photographs | 220 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $253 | $279 |