Canon SX270 HS vs Olympus 550WP

The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon SX270 HS vs Olympus 550WP, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the 550WP (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was unveiled 4 years after the 550WP which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX270 HS matches up against the 550WP with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Olympus Stylus 550WP. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Olympus 550WP Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS has got external measurements 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 550WP has proportions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX270 HS vs Olympus 550WP in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX270 HS versus the 550WP.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and 550WP is 91 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and 550WP.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX270 HS to give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX270 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.