Canon SX120 IS vs Olympus SP-610UZ

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX120 IS versus Olympus SP-610UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and SP-610UZ (14MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and SP-610UZ (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The SX120 IS was announced 16 months before the SP-610UZ which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX120 IS grades against the SP-610UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Olympus SP-610UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX120 IS offers exterior dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Olympus SP-610UZ has proportions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX120 IS versus Olympus SP-610UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX120 IS and the SP-610UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX120 IS and SP-610UZ is 87 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX120 IS and SP-610UZ.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX120 IS with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Olympus SP-610UZ will give you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.