Canon SX620 HS vs Olympus Tough-3000

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX620 HS versus Olympus Tough-3000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and Tough-3000 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was unveiled 6 years later than the Tough-3000 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX620 HS scores vs the Tough-3000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX620 HS has outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Olympus Tough-3000 has sizing of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX620 HS vs the Tough-3000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and Tough-3000 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and Tough-3000.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX620 HS to offer you more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent SX620 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.