Canon A2300 vs Olympus SZ-12

Here is a detailed review of the Canon A2300 versus Olympus SZ-12, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was brought out at a similar time to the SZ-12 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A2300 scores against the SZ-12 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Olympus SZ-12. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A2300 Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2300 offers outside measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-12 has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A2300 versus Olympus SZ-12 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the A2300 vs the SZ-12.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and SZ-12 is 96 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2300 and SZ-12.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon A2300 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.