Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus XZ-10

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon SX220 HS and Olympus XZ-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was announced 24 months before the XZ-10 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX220 HS scores vs the XZ-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX220 HS provides physical 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 XZ-10 has proportions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX220 HS and Olympus XZ-10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS and the XZ-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and XZ-10 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and XZ-10.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SX220 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.