Canon SX700 HS vs Olympus SZ-10

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon SX700 HS vs Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was introduced 3 years later than the SZ-10 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX700 HS scores vs the SZ-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Olympus SZ-10. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX700 HS features physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-10 has dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX700 HS against the SZ-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and SZ-10 is 89 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The visual here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and SZ-10.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon SX700 HS to deliver more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher SX700 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.