Canon SX600 HS vs Olympus VH-410

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX600 HS versus Olympus VH-410, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was announced 17 months after the VH-410 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX600 HS scores versus the VH-410 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Olympus VH-410. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Olympus VH-410 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX600 HS enjoys outer measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Olympus VH-410 has dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX600 HS compared to the VH-410.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX600 HS and VH-410 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and VH-410.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SX600 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.