Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was manufactured 2 years after the SP-800 UZ which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX240 HS matches up vs the SP-800 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Olympus SP-800 UZ. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS enjoys physical measurements 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-800 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX240 HS against the SP-800 UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and SP-800 UZ is 91 and 69 respectively.

Normally, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and SP-800 UZ.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-800 UZ to give you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX240 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.