Canon SX710 HS vs Olympus 8010

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX710 HS vs Olympus 8010, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and 8010 (13MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was released 4 years later than the 8010 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX710 HS matches up versus the 8010 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Olympus Stylus Tough 8010. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Olympus 8010 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS has external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8010 has measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX710 HS against the 8010.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and 8010 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and 8010.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX710 HS to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer SX710 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.