Canon D20 vs Olympus SZ-12

Below is a in-depth review of the Canon D20 and Olympus SZ-12, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The D20 was brought out 18 months later than the SZ-12 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D20 scores against the SZ-12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D20 and Olympus SZ-12. The entire galleries are available at Canon D20 Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon D20 has exterior dimensions of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Canon D20 and Olympus SZ-12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D20 versus the SZ-12.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and SZ-12 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D20 and SZ-12.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-12 to give you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent D20 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.