Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FX580

The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic FX580, former is 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 FX580 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was announced 2 years after the FX580 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-11 grades against the FX580 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-11 offers exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FX580 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-11 and the FX580.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-11 and FX580 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-11 and FX580.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SZ-11 to offer extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer SZ-11 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.