Canon SX60 HS vs Olympus 1

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SX60 HS vs Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and 1 (12MP) and the SX60 HS (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The SX60 HS was brought out 10 months later than the 1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX60 HS scores versus the 1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Olympus Stylus 1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Olympus 1 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX60 HS provides external measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Olympus 1 has dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX60 HS vs Olympus 1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX60 HS against the 1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX60 HS and 1 is 61 and 79 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX60 HS and 1.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX60 HS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Canon SX60 HS will provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern SX60 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.