Canon SX280 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ

In this article, we will be matching up the Canon SX280 HS and Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was released 8 months later than the SP-820UZ and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX280 HS matches up against the SP-820UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-820UZ has measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX280 HS and Olympus SP-820UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SX280 HS against the SP-820UZ.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and SP-820UZ is 91 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and SP-820UZ.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SP-820UZ to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger SX280 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.