Canon SX230 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX230 HS versus Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was brought out 13 months earlier than the SP-820UZ making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX230 HS grades vs the SP-820UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS features physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus SP-820UZ has dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX230 HS versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX230 HS against the SP-820UZ.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and SP-820UZ is 91 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and SP-820UZ.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-820UZ to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.