Canon SX50 HS vs Olympus SH-50

Lets look closer at the Canon SX50 HS versus Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and SH-50 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was announced about the same time to the SH-50 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX50 HS matches up against the SH-50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Olympus SH-50. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX50 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Olympus SH-50 has sizing of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX50 HS versus Olympus SH-50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX50 HS against the SH-50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX50 HS and SH-50 is 65 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX50 HS and SH-50.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SH-50 to show greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.