Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SH-50

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.