Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus 6010

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX520 HS and Olympus 6010, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and 6010 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was brought out 5 years later than the 6010 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX520 HS grades versus the 6010 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Olympus 6010 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX520 HS has external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Olympus 6010 has sizing of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX520 HS vs the 6010.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and 6010 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and 6010.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX520 HS to offer more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger SX520 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.