Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus 6000

Here is a extended review of the Olympus SZ-11 versus Olympus 6000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Olympus. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the SZ-11 (14MP) and 6000 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was released 2 years later than the 6000 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-11 grades versus the 6000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Olympus 6000 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-11 has external 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 6000 has measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-11 versus Olympus 6000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-11 and the 6000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and 6000 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-11 and 6000.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus SZ-11 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SZ-11 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.