Canon SX620 HS vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS

Here is a in depth overview of the Canon SX620 HS and Olympus XZ-2 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the SX620 HS (1/2.3") and XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX620 HS was revealed 3 years later than the XZ-2 iHS and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX620 HS grades vs the XZ-2 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Olympus XZ-2 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX620 HS provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-2 iHS has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX620 HS and Olympus XZ-2 iHS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the XZ-2 iHS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and XZ-2 iHS is 93 and 85 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and XZ-2 iHS.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX620 HS using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Canon SX620 HS will give greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.