Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SH-50
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Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SH-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.4-6.0) lens
- 441g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched July 2014
- Earlier Model is Canon SX510 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 269g - 112 x 63 x 42mm
- Announced January 2013
Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SH-50 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe SX520 HS was manufactured 19 months after the SH-50 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX520 HS matches up vs the SH-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SH-50 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Olympus SH-50. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Olympus SH-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Olympus SH-50
SX520 HS | SH-50 | |||
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Announced | July 2014 | January 2013 | More modern by 19 months | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-50 over the Canon SX520 HS
SH-50 | SX520 HS | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Olympus SH-50
SX520 HS | SH-50 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SH-50 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-50 has specifications of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SH-50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX520 HS and the SH-50.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and SH-50 is 69 and 88 respectively.
Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SH-50 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and SH-50.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of files however you should always factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX520 HS will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SH-50 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Olympus SH-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Olympus SH-50 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-07-29 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 441 grams (0.97 lb) | 269 grams (0.59 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 112 x 63 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $219 | $300 |