Canon G12 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon G12 and Olympus SP-820UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and SP-820UZ (14MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and SP-820UZ (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The G12 was announced 19 months earlier than the SP-820UZ which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the G12 grades versus the SP-820UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G12 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G12 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G12 offers exterior dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-820UZ has proportions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the G12 and the SP-820UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G12 and SP-820UZ is 83 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and SP-820UZ.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G12 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Olympus SP-820UZ will give greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older G12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.