Canon SX260 HS vs Olympus TG-320

Below, we are looking at the Canon SX260 HS versus Olympus TG-320, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was introduced 5 months later than the TG-320 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX260 HS matches up against the TG-320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Olympus TG-320. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Olympus TG-320 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS comes with 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 TG-320 has specifications of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX260 HS versus Olympus TG-320 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX260 HS and the TG-320.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and TG-320 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and TG-320.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-320 to provide extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.