Canon SX410 IS vs Olympus 1

Following is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX410 IS versus Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and 1 (12MP) and the SX410 IS (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX410 IS was brought out 15 months after the 1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX410 IS matches up vs the 1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Olympus Stylus 1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Olympus 1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX410 IS has got outside measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Olympus 1 has measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX410 IS versus Olympus 1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SX410 IS vs the 1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX410 IS and 1 is 80 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX410 IS and 1.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX410 IS featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Canon SX410 IS will give you extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern SX410 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.