Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SZ-12

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SZ-12, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3300 IS was manufactured 12 months earlier than the SZ-12 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A3300 IS scores vs the SZ-12 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Olympus SZ-12. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3300 IS enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-12 has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Canon A3300 IS vs Olympus SZ-12 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 utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the A3300 IS against the SZ-12.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3300 IS and SZ-12 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and SZ-12.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon A3300 IS to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older A3300 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.