Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus Tough-3000

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX170 IS and Olympus Tough-3000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and Tough-3000 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was launched 3 years after the Tough-3000 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX170 IS scores vs the Tough-3000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS provides external measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Olympus Tough-3000 has specifications of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX170 IS and Olympus Tough-3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX170 IS vs the Tough-3000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and Tough-3000 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and Tough-3000.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX170 IS to render extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The newer SX170 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.