Canon S200 vs Canon SX260 HS

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon S200 vs Canon SX260 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Canon. The image resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the SX260 HS (12MP) is relatively well matched but the S200 (1/1.7") and SX260 HS (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The S200 was released 21 months later than the SX260 HS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S200 matches up versus the SX260 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S200 and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery and Canon SX260 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon S200 has got external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Canon SX260 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Canon S200 vs Canon SX260 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S200 vs the SX260 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S200 and SX260 HS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S200 and SX260 HS.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S200 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon SX260 HS will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger S200 provides an advantage in sensor technology.