Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX520 HS and Olympus SP-600 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and SP-600 UZ (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was brought out 4 years after the SP-600 UZ which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX520 HS matches up against the SP-600 UZ when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS enjoys outer 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 SP-600 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX520 HS and Olympus SP-600 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX520 HS versus the SP-600 UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and SP-600 UZ is 69 and 69 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and SP-600 UZ.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX520 HS to provide greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.