Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX520 HS versus Olympus SP-565UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and SP-565UZ (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was brought out 5 years after the SP-565UZ which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX520 HS grades vs the SP-565UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Olympus SP-565UZ. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS provides exterior dimensions 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 SP-565UZ has proportions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the SP-565UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and SP-565UZ is 69 and 72 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and SP-565UZ.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX520 HS to resolve extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.