Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus 7010
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Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus 7010 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 224g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX230 HS
- Newer Model is Canon SX260 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 98 x 56 x 26mm
- Launched July 2009
- Also referred to as mju 7010

Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus 7010 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus 7010, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the 7010 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX240 HS was manufactured 2 years after the 7010 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX240 HS matches up versus the 7010 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus 7010 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Olympus Stylus 7010. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Olympus 7010 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the Olympus 7010
SX240 HS | 7010 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus 7010 over the Canon SX240 HS
7010 | SX240 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and Olympus 7010
SX240 HS | 7010 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus 7010 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS features outer dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7010 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus 7010 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX240 HS against the 7010.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and 7010 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus 7010 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and 7010.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX240 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus 7010 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus 7010 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Olympus Stylus 7010 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Olympus Stylus 7010 |
Also called as | - | mju 7010 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2009-07-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 224g (0.49 lbs) | 145g (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 98 x 56 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 230 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $200 |