Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FS15

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus SZ-11 versus Panasonic FS15, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was brought out 2 years after the FS15 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SZ-11 matches up versus the FS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-11 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-11 has got physical 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 FS15 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check the Olympus SZ-11 versus Panasonic FS15 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ-11 compared to the FS15.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and FS15 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-11 and FS15.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Olympus SZ-11 to give you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher SZ-11 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.