Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus 6010

Following is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX220 HS and Olympus 6010, one is 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 6010 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was released 19 months after the 6010 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX220 HS matches up versus the 6010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS and Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Olympus 6010 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS features external measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Olympus 6010 has measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX220 HS and Olympus 6010 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS and the 6010.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and 6010 is 96 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and 6010.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger SX220 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.