Canon SX710 HS vs Olympus SP-610UZ

In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon SX710 HS versus Olympus SP-610UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and SP-610UZ (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was launched 4 years later than the SP-610UZ and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX710 HS scores versus the SP-610UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Olympus SP-610UZ. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX710 HS has got external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Olympus SP-610UZ has sizing of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX710 HS versus Olympus SP-610UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX710 HS against the SP-610UZ.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and SP-610UZ is 89 and 79 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and SP-610UZ.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX710 HS to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern SX710 HS provides a benefit in sensor technology.