Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FX700

Following is a extensive overview of the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic FX700, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was unveiled 13 months after the FX700 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the SZ-11 scores vs the FX700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-11 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-11 features external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic FX700 has dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic FX700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-11 and the FX700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and FX700 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The image here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-11 and FX700.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you will want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer SZ-11 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.