Canon SX510 HS vs Olympus SH-50

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX510 HS versus Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and SH-50 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was revealed 8 months after the SH-50 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX510 HS grades against the SH-50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Olympus SH-50. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX510 HS provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-50 has sizing of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX510 HS versus Olympus SH-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX510 HS compared to the SH-50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and SH-50 is 80 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and SH-50.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SH-50 to produce greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX510 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.