Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FZ70

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) 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 24 months prior to the FZ70 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-11 matches up against the FZ70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-11 provides external 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) and the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic FZ70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-11 and the FZ70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and FZ70 is 89 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-11 and FZ70.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FZ70 to give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older SZ-11 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.