Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and SP-590 UZ (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was revealed 5 years later than the SP-590 UZ and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX520 HS grades versus the SP-590 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS features external measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Olympus SP-590 UZ has measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX520 HS vs the SP-590 UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and SP-590 UZ is 69 and 72 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The photograph here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and SP-590 UZ.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX520 HS to render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent SX520 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.