Canon D20 vs Olympus SZ-10

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon D20 vs Olympus SZ-10, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The D20 was launched 2 years later than the SZ-10 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the D20 matches up versus the SZ-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D20 & Olympus SZ-10. The complete galleries are available at Canon D20 Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon D20 has got external measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-10 has measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Canon D20 vs Olympus SZ-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the D20 and the SZ-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D20 and SZ-10 is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D20 and SZ-10.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SZ-10 to give more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent D20 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.