Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-500mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2012
Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Olympus SZ-11 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SZ-11 was introduced 6 months prior to the TG-820 iHS and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SZ-11 grades vs the TG-820 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-11 & Olympus TG-820 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-11 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Olympus SZ-11
TG-820 iHS | SZ-11 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1030k | 460k | Sharper screen (+570k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus TG-820 iHS
SZ-11 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | February 2012 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-11 offers outer dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus TG-820 iHS has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Olympus SZ-11 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SZ-11 compared to the TG-820 iHS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-11 and TG-820 iHS is 89 and 92 respectively.
Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-11 and TG-820 iHS.
Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SZ-11 to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.
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Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SZ-11 | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-07-27 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 1,030k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.30 m (@ ISO 1600) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226 grams (0.50 pounds) | 206 grams (0.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | 220 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $253 | $500 |