Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-610UZ
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Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 224g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Launched February 2012
- Older Model is Canon SX230 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX260 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Launched January 2011
- Older Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
- New Model is Olympus SP-620 UZ

Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Overview
Here is a in depth review of the Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-610UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX240 HS was introduced 14 months later than the SP-610UZ which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX240 HS matches up vs the SP-610UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Olympus SP-610UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the Olympus SP-610UZ
SX240 HS | SP-610UZ | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 14 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Canon SX240 HS
SP-610UZ | SX240 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and Olympus SP-610UZ
SX240 HS | SP-610UZ | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus SP-610UZ has measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-610UZ in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX240 HS versus the SP-610UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and SP-610UZ is 91 and 79 respectively.

Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and SP-610UZ.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Olympus SP-610UZ to show more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX240 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Olympus SP-610UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Olympus SP-610UZ |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-616mm (22.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.3-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 224 gr (0.49 lb) | 405 gr (0.89 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | 340 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-6L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $0 | $299 |