Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FZ200

Let's look a little more in depth at the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was manufactured 11 months before the FZ200 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SZ-11 grades versus the FZ200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-11 provides physical dimensions 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 FZ200 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic FZ200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SZ-11 compared to the FZ200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and FZ200 is 89 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-11 and FZ200.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-11 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SZ-11 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.