Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FH10

Following is a extended overview of the Olympus SZ-11 versus Panasonic FH10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was revealed 17 months before the FH10 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SZ-11 scores against the FH10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-11 features 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) whilst the Panasonic FH10 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-11 versus Panasonic FH10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-11 versus the FH10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and FH10 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-11 and FH10.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic FH10 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SZ-11 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.