Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus SZ-12

In this article, we are looking at the Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was revealed 2 years after the SZ-12 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX400 IS matches up versus the SZ-12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Olympus SZ-12. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX400 IS offers outer dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-12 has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus SZ-12 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX400 IS versus the SZ-12.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and SZ-12 is 81 and 89 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and SZ-12.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX400 IS to render greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger SX400 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.