Olympus SZ-11 vs Samsung SL30
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37 Features
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Olympus SZ-11 vs Samsung SL30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-500mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternative Name is ES15

Olympus SZ-11 vs Samsung SL30 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus SZ-11 versus Samsung SL30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the SZ-11 (14MP) and SL30 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SZ-11 was brought out 2 years after the SL30 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SZ-11 scores versus the SL30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus SZ-11 vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-11 and Samsung SL30. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-11 over the Samsung SL30
SZ-11 | SL30 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 30 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Olympus SZ-11
SL30 | SZ-11 |
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-11 and Samsung SL30
SZ-11 | SL30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-11 vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-11 features physical measurements 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 Samsung SL30 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SZ-11 versus Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SZ-11 compared to the SL30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and SL30 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Olympus SZ-11 vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-11 and SL30.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-11 to offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger SZ-11 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Olympus SZ-11 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SZ-11 vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
Olympus SZ-11 | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus SZ-11 | Samsung SL30 |
Otherwise known as | - | ES15 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-07-27 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.30 m (@ ISO 1600) | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 226 gr (0.50 lbs) | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $253 | $93 |