Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus SH-2

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX520 HS and Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was launched 7 months prior to the SH-2 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX520 HS scores against the SH-2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Olympus Stylus SH-2. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Olympus SH-2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS has outside dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Olympus SH-2 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX520 HS and Olympus SH-2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the SH-2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and SH-2 is 69 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and SH-2.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX520 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.