Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony WX500

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SZ-11 (14MP) and WX500 (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WX500 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SZ-11 matches up against the WX500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-11 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-11 features outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony WX500 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony WX500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-11 and the WX500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-11 and WX500 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-11 and WX500.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony WX500 to show greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SZ-11 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.