Canon SX610 HS vs Olympus 6010

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX610 HS versus Olympus 6010, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and 6010 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was announced 5 years later than the 6010 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX610 HS matches up against the 6010 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Olympus 6010 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX610 HS features physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6010 has measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX610 HS versus Olympus 6010 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX610 HS versus the 6010.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and 6010 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and 6010.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX610 HS to give greater detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX610 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.