Canon SX270 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon SX270 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was manufactured 4 years later than the SP-590 UZ and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX270 HS matches up versus the SP-590 UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Olympus SP-590 UZ. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX270 HS features physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-590 UZ has dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX270 HS against the SP-590 UZ.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and SP-590 UZ is 91 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and SP-590 UZ.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of files however you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SX270 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.