Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-100

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX220 HS versus Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and SP-100 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was brought out 4 years earlier than the SP-100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX220 HS scores vs the SP-100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS & Olympus Stylus SP-100. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX220 HS has got external 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 SP-100 has proportions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") along with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX220 HS versus Olympus SP-100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX220 HS versus the SP-100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and SP-100 is 96 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and SP-100.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SP-100 to render greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.