Canon S100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Below, we will be looking at the Canon S100 versus Olympus SP-820UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S100 (12MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is pretty comparable but the S100 (1/1.7") and SP-820UZ (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The S100 was unveiled 8 months before the SP-820UZ and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the S100 matches up against the SP-820UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S100 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The full galleries are available at Canon S100 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon S100 features external measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Olympus SP-820UZ has proportions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Compare the Canon S100 versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S100 and the SP-820UZ.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and SP-820UZ is 93 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and SP-820UZ.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S100 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus SP-820UZ will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older S100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.