Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus 7040

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus 7040, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was launched 6 months after the 7040 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX210 IS matches up vs the 7040 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Olympus Stylus 7040. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Olympus 7040 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus 7040 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus 7040 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the 7040.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and 7040 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and 7040.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files though you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.