Canon A2100 IS vs Olympus SZ-10

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon A2100 IS and Olympus SZ-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was launched 24 months prior to the SZ-10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the A2100 IS grades versus the SZ-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Olympus SZ-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A2100 IS features exterior dimensions of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-10 has sizing of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the A2100 IS and the SZ-10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A2100 IS and SZ-10 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A2100 IS and SZ-10.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus SZ-10 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older A2100 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.