Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus 6010

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-11 versus Olympus 6010, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was manufactured 2 years later than the 6010 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SZ-11 scores vs the 6010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 & Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Olympus 6010 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-11 enjoys outer 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 6010 has proportions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-11 versus Olympus 6010 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ-11 against the 6010.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and 6010 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-11 and 6010.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SZ-11 to offer more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher SZ-11 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.