Canon SX270 HS vs Olympus 6010

Here is a thorough overview of the Canon SX270 HS and Olympus 6010, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was launched 3 years later than the 6010 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX270 HS grades versus the 6010 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Olympus 6010 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus 6010 has specifications of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX270 HS versus the 6010.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and 6010 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and 6010.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images though you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger SX270 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.