Canon S200 vs Sony S2000
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Canon S200 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 181g - 100 x 59 x 26mm
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010

Canon S200 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon S200 and Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively close but the S200 (1/1.7") and S2000 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

The S200 was revealed 4 years after the S2000 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S200 grades against the S2000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon S200 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are available at Canon S200 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S200 over the Sony S2000
S200 | S2000 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 51 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Canon S200
S2000 | S200 |
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Common features in the Canon S200 and Sony S2000
S200 | S2000 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon S200 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon S200 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon S200 and Sony S2000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S200 against the S2000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S200 and S2000 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon S200 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S200 and S2000.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The S200 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF simpler. The newer S200 will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon S200 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S200 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-02-21 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 181 gr (0.40 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $293 | $225 |