Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic TS4

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus SZ-11 vs Panasonic TS4, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was brought out 6 months before the TS4 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SZ-11 matches up versus the TS4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-11 has external dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ-11 against the TS4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and TS4 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-11 and TS4.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SZ-11 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.