Canon D30 vs Canon S200

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon D30 and Canon S200, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Canon. The image resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the S200 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the D30 (1/2.3") and S200 (1/1.7") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The D30 was introduced around the same time to the S200 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the D30 matches up against the S200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D30 and Canon PowerShot S200. The whole galleries are provided at Canon D30 Gallery and Canon S200 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon D30 provides outer dimensions of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Canon S200 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon D30 and Canon S200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the D30 versus the S200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D30 and S200 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D30 and S200.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D30 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Canon D30 will give you more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.