Olympus SZ-11 vs Samsung CL80

Following is a extended overview of the Olympus SZ-11 versus Samsung CL80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was brought out 19 months after the CL80 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SZ-11 matches up against the CL80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-11 and Samsung CL80. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-11 has outer dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL80 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-11 versus Samsung CL80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ-11 against the CL80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and CL80 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-11 and CL80.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher SZ-11 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.