Canon S200 vs Samsung HZ10W

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon S200 and Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is relatively close but the S200 (1/1.7") and HZ10W (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The S200 was brought out 4 years later than the HZ10W and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S200 scores against the HZ10W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S200 and Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon S200 comes with external dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S200 and Samsung HZ10W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S200 vs the HZ10W.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S200 and HZ10W is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200 and HZ10W.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The S200 uses the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF simpler. The fresher S200 should have an advantage in sensor technology.