Canon N100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon N100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is very well matched but the N100 (1/1.7") and SP-820UZ (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The N100 was revealed 17 months after the SP-820UZ making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the N100 scores versus the SP-820UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N100 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The full galleries are available at Canon N100 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon N100 features external measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Olympus SP-820UZ has dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the N100 compared to the SP-820UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the N100 and SP-820UZ is 89 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the N100 and SP-820UZ.

Plainly, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The N100 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus SP-820UZ will give you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger N100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.