Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus VG-110

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus SZ-11 versus Olympus VG-110, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the VG-110 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was introduced 6 months after the VG-110 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the SZ-11 grades versus the VG-110 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-11 & Olympus VG-110. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Olympus VG-110 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-11 enjoys external measurements 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 VG-110 has sizing of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ-11 versus the VG-110.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-11 and VG-110 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-11 and VG-110.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus SZ-11 to give extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively.