Canon SX710 HS vs Olympus SH-50

Below is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX710 HS versus Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and SH-50 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was introduced 2 years later than the SH-50 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX710 HS matches up vs the SH-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Olympus SH-50. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX710 HS provides exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Olympus SH-50 has proportions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX710 HS versus Olympus SH-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX710 HS against the SH-50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and SH-50 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX710 HS and SH-50.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX710 HS to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer SX710 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.