Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus TG-5

Below is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX220 HS and Olympus TG-5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was brought out 7 years earlier than the TG-5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX220 HS matches up versus the TG-5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS and Olympus Tough TG-5. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS provides external dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Olympus TG-5 has sizing of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX220 HS and Olympus TG-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX220 HS against the TG-5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and TG-5 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and TG-5.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SX220 HS is going to be behind in sensor technology.