Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus 1

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the 1 (12MP) is very similar but the SX220 HS (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor size.

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The SX220 HS was revealed 3 years prior to the 1 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX220 HS grades against the 1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS & Olympus Stylus 1. The full galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Olympus 1 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Olympus 1 has sizing of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the 1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and 1 is 96 and 79 respectively.

Typically, its tough to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and 1.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The SX220 HS uses the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF harder. The older SX220 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.