Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS
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Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Key Specs
Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
(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
- Succeeded the Canon SX230 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX260 HS
Olympus TG-850 iHS
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 218g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2014
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Below is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX240 HS versus Olympus TG-850 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and TG-850 iHS (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SX240 HS was introduced 24 months prior to the TG-850 iHS which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX240 HS matches up vs the TG-850 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the Olympus TG-850 iHS
| SX240 HS | TG-850 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-850 iHS over the Canon SX240 HS
| TG-850 iHS | SX240 HS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2014 |  | February 2012 | More recent by 24 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and Olympus TG-850 iHS
| SX240 HS | TG-850 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS offers external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Olympus TG-850 iHS has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX240 HS versus Olympus TG-850 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX240 HS against the TG-850 iHS.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and TG-850 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX240 HS and TG-850 iHS.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-850 iHS to provide extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older SX240 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Canon SX240 HS
Portrait photography with Olympus TG-850 iHS
you can focus manually
comes with face detection focus
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
decent MP (16MP)
supports face detection focus
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Canon SX240 HS Street photography factors
Olympus TG-850 iHS Street photography factors
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (224 grams)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Canon SX240 HS Sports photography highlights
Olympus TG-850 iHS Sports photography highlights
excellent zoom range (25-500mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking autofocus
slow fps (2.0 fps)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (230 shots)
lack of phase detect auto focus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
environment sealing
great battery pack (330 per charge)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Canon SX240 HS Travel photography features
Olympus TG-850 iHS Travel photography features
lighter than average in class (224g)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
great zoom (500mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
terrible battery (230 shots)
low resolution (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
great battery pack (330 CIPA)
environment sealing
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (21mm)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Canon SX240 HS as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus TG-850 iHS as a Landscape photography camera
you can focus manually
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
terrible battery (230 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse recording
pretty wide (21mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
great battery pack (330 shots)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Canon SX240 HS Vlogging details
Olympus TG-850 iHS Vlogging details
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (224 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing external mic socket
pretty wide (21mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external microphone support
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Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Olympus |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2014-01-29 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 5 | TruePic VII |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4616 x 3464 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 21-105mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.5-5.7 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1/2 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 7.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 224 gr (0.49 lbs) | 218 gr (0.48 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
| 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 images | 330 images |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NB-6L | LI-50B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec, 12 sec, Custom Self-Timer (1-30 sec start timer, 1-10 pictures, 1-3 sec interval)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $0 | $250 |