Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FH8

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic FH8, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was launched 5 months before the FH8 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SZ-11 scores against the FH8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-11 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-11 comes with outer 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) and the Panasonic FH8 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic FH8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-11 versus the FH8.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and FH8 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-11 and FH8.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FH8 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.