Canon SX30 IS vs Olympus 1

Following is a complete overview of the Canon SX30 IS and Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the 1 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the SX30 IS (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor measurements.

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The SX30 IS was announced 4 years prior to the 1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX30 IS grades vs the 1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS & Olympus Stylus 1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX30 IS Gallery & Olympus 1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX30 IS provides exterior dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Olympus 1 has sizing of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX30 IS and Olympus 1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX30 IS and the 1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX30 IS and 1 is 64 and 79 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX30 IS and 1.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX30 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Canon SX30 IS will give more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX30 IS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.