Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Below, we are matching up the Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was launched 18 months before the SP-820UZ making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX220 HS grades against the SP-820UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS & Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX220 HS features outside 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) whilst the Olympus SP-820UZ has dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the SP-820UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and SP-820UZ is 96 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and SP-820UZ.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-820UZ to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.