Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony W350
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37 Overall
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36 Features
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Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony W350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Released January 2010
Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony W350 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony W350, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the W350 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SZ-11 was introduced 19 months later than the W350 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SZ-11 grades vs the W350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony W350 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-11 over the Sony W350
SZ-11 | W350 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 19 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Olympus SZ-11
W350 | SZ-11 |
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-11 and Sony W350
SZ-11 | W350 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-11 comes with exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony W350 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony W350 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-11 and the W350.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and W350 is 89 and 97 respectively.
Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-11 and W350.
To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you might want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher SZ-11 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony W350 Specifications
Olympus SZ-11 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SZ-11 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-07-27 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.30 m (@ ISO 1600) | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $253 | $200 |