Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus 6020

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-11 versus Olympus 6020, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the 6020 (13MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was revealed 18 months later than the 6020 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the SZ-11 grades against the 6020 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6020. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Olympus 6020 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-11 comes with external dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6020 has dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-11 versus Olympus 6020 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-11 vs the 6020.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and 6020 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-11 and 6020.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SZ-11 to result in more detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent SZ-11 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.