Canon A2200 vs Canon SX240 HS

Lets look more closely at the Canon A2200 and Canon SX240 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Canon. The image resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the SX240 HS (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was launched 13 months before the SX240 HS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the A2200 scores vs the SX240 HS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2200 and Canon PowerShot SX240 HS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2200 Gallery and Canon SX240 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A2200 has physical dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Canon SX240 HS has sizing of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A2200 and Canon SX240 HS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the A2200 versus the SX240 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and SX240 HS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2200 and SX240 HS.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon A2200 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older A2200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.