Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus TG-810

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX520 HS versus Olympus TG-810, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the TG-810 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was announced 2 years later than the TG-810 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX520 HS matches up against the TG-810 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Olympus TG-810. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Olympus TG-810 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS has 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) while the Olympus TG-810 has proportions of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX520 HS versus Olympus TG-810 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX520 HS versus the TG-810.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and TG-810 is 69 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and TG-810.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX520 HS to resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX520 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.