Canon SX270 HS vs Olympus 8000

Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX270 HS and Olympus 8000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was announced 3 years later than the 8000 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX270 HS grades versus the 8000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS offers outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Olympus 8000 has measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX270 HS vs the 8000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and 8000 is 91 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and 8000.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you have to consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger SX270 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.