Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic GF3

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic GF3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is pretty similar but the SZ-11 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The SZ-11 was introduced around the same time to the GF3 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SZ-11 scores vs the GF3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have 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") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic GF3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-11 compared to the GF3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and GF3 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-11 and GF3.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SZ-11 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Olympus SZ-11 will offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.