Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus Tough-3000

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus Tough-3000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was launched 14 months later than the Tough-3000 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX220 HS scores vs the Tough-3000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS comes with outer measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Olympus Tough-3000 has sizing of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus Tough-3000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SX220 HS against the Tough-3000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and Tough-3000 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and Tough-3000.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX220 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.