Canon SX270 HS vs Olympus SH-50

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX270 HS and Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and SH-50 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was launched 3 months later than the SH-50 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX270 HS grades vs the SH-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Olympus SH-50. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX270 HS has got physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Olympus SH-50 has dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX270 HS and Olympus SH-50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX270 HS vs the SH-50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and SH-50 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and SH-50.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus SH-50 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively.