Canon SX610 HS vs Olympus SH-50

The following is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX610 HS and Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and SH-50 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was brought out 2 years after the SH-50 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX610 HS scores versus the SH-50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Olympus SH-50. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX610 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Olympus SH-50 has sizing of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX610 HS and Olympus SH-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the SH-50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and SH-50 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX610 HS and SH-50.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX610 HS to resolve more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern SX610 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.