Canon SX270 HS vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX270 HS versus Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and SZ-30MR (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was manufactured 2 years after the SZ-30MR which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX270 HS grades against the SZ-30MR when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Olympus SZ-30MR. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS has got physical measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the SZ-30MR.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and SZ-30MR is 91 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and SZ-30MR.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-30MR to offer extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX270 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.