Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

The following is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX520 HS and Olympus TG-820 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and TG-820 iHS (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 2 years after the TG-820 iHS which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX520 HS matches up versus the TG-820 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The full galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS has exterior dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Olympus TG-820 iHS has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX520 HS and Olympus TG-820 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX520 HS against the TG-820 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and TG-820 iHS is 69 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and TG-820 iHS.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX520 HS to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The newer SX520 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.