Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony HX9V

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus SZ-11 and Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was introduced around the same time to the HX9V which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the SZ-11 scores vs the HX9V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-11 provides external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-11 and Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ-11 compared to the HX9V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-11 and HX9V is 89 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-11 and HX9V.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX9V to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.