Canon S110 vs Olympus SZ-10

Here is a extensive analysis of the Canon S110 and Olympus SZ-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is relatively close but the S110 (1/1.7") and SZ-10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The S110 was brought out 20 months later than the SZ-10 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the S110 grades vs the SZ-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S110 and Olympus SZ-10. The entire galleries are available at Canon S110 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon S110 features physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-10 has sizing of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S110 vs the SZ-10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S110 and SZ-10 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S110 and SZ-10.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S110 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Olympus SZ-10 will render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S110 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.