Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic FZ80

Let's look more closely at the Olympus SZ-11 versus Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-11 (14MP) and FZ80 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was introduced 6 years earlier than the FZ80 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SZ-11 grades versus the FZ80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-11 has got external measurements 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 FZ80 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") and a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-11 versus Panasonic FZ80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-11 vs the FZ80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and FZ80 is 89 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-11 and FZ80.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ80 to provide extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SZ-11 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.