Canon SX260 HS vs Olympus VH-515

Below, we will be matching up the Canon SX260 HS versus Olympus VH-515, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 2 months earlier than the VH-515 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX260 HS matches up versus the VH-515 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Olympus VH-515. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Olympus VH-515 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX260 HS offers physical 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) whilst the Olympus VH-515 has measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX260 HS versus Olympus VH-515 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX260 HS against the VH-515.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and VH-515 is 91 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and VH-515.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.