Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony H55

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-11 and Sony H55, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-11 was unveiled 14 months after the H55 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SZ-11 scores against the H55 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-11 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-11 enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony H55 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-11 and Sony H55 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-11 compared to the H55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-11 and H55 is 89 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-11 and H55.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos although you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SZ-11 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.