Canon SX600 HS vs Olympus SZ-12

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX600 HS vs Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was launched 2 years after the SZ-12 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX600 HS grades versus the SZ-12 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Olympus SZ-12. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX600 HS features outer measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-12 has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX600 HS compared to the SZ-12.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and SZ-12 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and SZ-12.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX600 HS to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher SX600 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.