Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FP3

Here is a comprehensive review of the Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FP3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was manufactured 19 months later than the FP3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the SZ-11 grades versus the FP3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-11 offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic FP3 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FP3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-11 against the FP3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and FP3 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-11 and FP3.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger SZ-11 provides an advantage in sensor technology.