Canon S200 vs FujiFilm T200

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon S200 and FujiFilm T200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the S200 (10MP) and T200 (14MP) and the S200 (1/1.7") and T200 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The S200 was brought out 3 years later than the T200 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S200 grades versus the T200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S200 and FujiFilm FinePix T200. The entire galleries are available at Canon S200 Gallery and FujiFilm T200 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon S200 offers external dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm T200 has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S200 versus the T200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S200 and T200 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200 and T200.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S200 because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the FujiFilm T200 will produce more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer S200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.