Canon SX520 HS vs Olympus TG-4

Let's look much closer at the Canon SX520 HS versus Olympus TG-4, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the TG-4 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was brought out 8 months prior to the TG-4 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX520 HS scores against the TG-4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX520 HS offers physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-4 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the TG-4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and TG-4 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and TG-4.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The older SX520 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.