Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX220 HS

Below is a detailed assessment of the Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX220 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Canon. The resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the SX220 HS (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A3200 IS was brought out within a month of the SX220 HS so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A3200 IS scores against the SX220 HS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Canon SX220 HS. The entire galleries are available at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Canon SX220 HS Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3200 IS has outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Canon SX220 HS has dimensions 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).

See the Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX220 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the A3200 IS against the SX220 HS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A3200 IS and SX220 HS is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The visual below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3200 IS and SX220 HS.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon A3200 IS to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.