Canon SX260 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon SX260 HS and Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was revealed 2 months before the SP-820UZ and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX260 HS grades versus the SP-820UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The full galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS features outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus SP-820UZ has proportions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX260 HS and Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX260 HS against the SP-820UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and SP-820UZ is 91 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and SP-820UZ.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SP-820UZ to give you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively.