Olympus SZ-11 vs Pentax K-7

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-11 versus Pentax K-7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the SZ-11 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The SZ-11 was revealed 23 months later than the K-7 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-11 scores against the K-7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-11 and Pentax K-7. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-11 enjoys outside 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) while the Pentax K-7 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-11 versus Pentax K-7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-11 and the K-7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and K-7 is 89 and 60 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-11 and K-7.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SZ-11 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Pentax K-7 will give you greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent SZ-11 provides a benefit in sensor technology.