Canon SX260 HS vs Olympus 550WP

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX260 HS versus Olympus 550WP, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the 550WP (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was released 3 years later than the 550WP and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX260 HS matches up vs the 550WP in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Olympus Stylus 550WP. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Olympus 550WP Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus 550WP has dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX260 HS versus Olympus 550WP in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX260 HS against the 550WP.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and 550WP is 91 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and 550WP.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX260 HS to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX260 HS will have a benefit in sensor technology.