Canon SX700 HS vs Olympus VH-410

Below is a in depth review of the Canon SX700 HS versus Olympus VH-410, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was revealed 18 months later than the VH-410 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX700 HS scores against the VH-410 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Olympus VH-410. The full galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Olympus VH-410 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-410 has measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX700 HS versus Olympus VH-410 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX700 HS against the VH-410.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and VH-410 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX700 HS and VH-410.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The younger SX700 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.