Canon SX260 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

Below, we will be comparing the Canon SX260 HS and Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was revealed 3 years after the SP-590 UZ which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX260 HS grades against the SP-590 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS comes with outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus SP-590 UZ has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Check the Canon SX260 HS and Olympus SP-590 UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the SP-590 UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and SP-590 UZ is 91 and 72 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and SP-590 UZ.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos although you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX260 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.