Canon SX540 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX540 HS and Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and SP-590 UZ (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was introduced 7 years after the SP-590 UZ which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX540 HS grades versus the SP-590 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Olympus SP-590 UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS comes with outside dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Olympus SP-590 UZ has sizing of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX540 HS versus the SP-590 UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and SP-590 UZ is 69 and 72 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX540 HS and SP-590 UZ.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon SX540 HS to result in extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer SX540 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.