Canon S200 vs Canon SX200 IS

The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon S200 and Canon SX200 IS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Canon. The image resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the SX200 IS (12MP) is pretty close but the S200 (1/1.7") and SX200 IS (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The S200 was unveiled 4 years after the SX200 IS which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the S200 matches up versus the SX200 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S200 & Canon PowerShot SX200 IS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery & Canon SX200 IS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon S200 has physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Canon SX200 IS has measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S200 versus the SX200 IS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S200 and SX200 IS is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S200 and SX200 IS.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S200 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon SX200 IS will provide you with extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent S200 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.