Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony HX99

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SZ-11 (14MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the SZ-11 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The SZ-11 was announced 8 years earlier than the HX99 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the SZ-11 scores vs the HX99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-11 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-11 comes with outside dimensions 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 HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony HX99 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-11 versus the HX99.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and HX99 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-11 and HX99.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SZ-11 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony HX99 will render greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SZ-11 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.