Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FH22

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic FH22, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was released 19 months after the FH22 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SZ-11 grades versus the FH22 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Panasonic FH22 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-11 provides external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH22 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ-11 and the FH22.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and FH22 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-11 and FH22.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of files though you will need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SZ-11 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.