Canon R vs Canon SX220 HS
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Canon R vs Canon SX220 HS Key Specs
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- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 40000 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 660g - 136 x 98 x 84mm
- Launched September 2018
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2011
Canon R vs Canon SX220 HS Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon R versus Canon SX220 HS, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Canon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the R (30MP) and SX220 HS (12MP) and the R (Full frame) and SX220 HS (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe R was introduced 7 years after the SX220 HS which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the R matches up vs the SX220 HS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon R vs Canon SX220 HS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R and Canon SX220 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R Gallery and Canon SX220 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R over the Canon SX220 HS
R | SX220 HS | |||
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Introduced | September 2018 | February 2011 | More modern by 93 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 461k | Sharper screen (+1639k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Canon R
SX220 HS | R |
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Common features in the Canon R and Canon SX220 HS
R | SX220 HS | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus |
Canon R vs Canon SX220 HS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon R features external dimensions of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Canon SX220 HS has proportions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Canon R versus Canon SX220 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the R compared to the SX220 HS.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R and SX220 HS is 62 and 96 respectively.
Canon R vs Canon SX220 HS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the R and SX220 HS.
To sum up, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The R with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Canon R will deliver more detail using its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger R provides a benefit in sensor tech.
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Canon R vs Canon SX220 HS Specifications
Canon EOS R | Canon SX220 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS R | Canon SX220 HS |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2018-09-05 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 30MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 40000 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 5655 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon RF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-392mm (14.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 17 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | PureColor II TG TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/3200s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.50 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 480 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (with LP-E6N only) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 660g (1.46 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 136 x 98 x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 89 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2742 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | 210 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NB-5L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $2,299 | $399 |