Olympus SZ-11 vs Samsung NX mini

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus SZ-11 vs Samsung NX mini, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the SZ-11 (14MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the SZ-11 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") offer different sensor sizing.

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The SZ-11 was introduced 3 years before the NX mini which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the SZ-11 matches up versus the NX mini in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 & Samsung NX mini. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-11 enjoys outer dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-11 and the NX mini.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and NX mini is 89 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-11 and NX mini.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SZ-11 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX mini will deliver extra detail using its extra 6.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SZ-11 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.