Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus SP-820UZ

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was released 13 months after the SP-820UZ which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX170 IS matches up versus the SP-820UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX170 IS has got physical measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Olympus SP-820UZ has proportions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX170 IS vs the SP-820UZ.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and SP-820UZ is 88 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and SP-820UZ.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX170 IS to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger SX170 IS provides an advantage in sensor tech.