Canon SX510 HS vs Olympus VG-160

Here, we are looking at the Canon SX510 HS vs Olympus VG-160, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was launched 20 months later than the VG-160 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX510 HS grades versus the VG-160 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Olympus VG-160. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX510 HS has got external dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Olympus VG-160 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX510 HS vs Olympus VG-160 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX510 HS versus the VG-160.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and VG-160 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and VG-160.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus VG-160 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger SX510 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.