Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SZ-12

The following is a extended review of the Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was announced 11 months earlier than the SZ-12 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX220 HS grades versus the SZ-12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS and Olympus SZ-12. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS comes with outer measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-12 has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX220 HS versus the SZ-12.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and SZ-12 is 96 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and SZ-12.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-12 to offer you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.