Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus 8000
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Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus 8000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Superseded the Canon SX200 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched July 2009
- Additionally Known as mju Tough 8000

Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus 8000 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX210 IS and Olympus 8000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was released 12 months later than the 8000 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX210 IS grades against the 8000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus 8000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Olympus 8000
SX210 IS | 8000 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Canon SX210 IS
8000 | SX210 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Olympus 8000
SX210 IS | 8000 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus 8000 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX210 IS has external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8000 has proportions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
See the Canon SX210 IS and Olympus 8000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX210 IS versus the 8000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and 8000 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus 8000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and 8000.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon SX210 IS to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher SX210 IS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus 8000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 |
Alternate name | - | mju Tough 8000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2009-07-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 1/4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 220g (0.49 lbs) | 182g (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $226 | $380 |