Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SH-2

The following is a in depth overview of the Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was brought out 4 years prior to the SH-2 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-11 scores versus the SH-2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-11 & Olympus Stylus SH-2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Olympus SH-2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-11 comes with exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus SH-2 has measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-11 and the SH-2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and SH-2 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-11 and SH-2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Olympus SH-2 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged SZ-11 is going to be behind in sensor tech.