Canon SX50 HS vs Olympus SZ-10

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon SX50 HS vs Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was brought out 24 months later than the SZ-10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX50 HS grades versus the SZ-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Olympus SZ-10. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX50 HS features exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-10 has proportions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX50 HS vs Olympus SZ-10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX50 HS compared to the SZ-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX50 HS and SZ-10 is 65 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX50 HS and SZ-10.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SZ-10 to show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher SX50 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.