Canon S200 vs Sony WX50

Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon S200 versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the S200 (10MP) and WX50 (16MP) and the S200 (1/1.7") and WX50 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The S200 was brought out 2 years later than the WX50 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S200 scores vs the WX50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon S200 offers outer 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 Sony WX50 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S200 against the WX50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S200 and WX50 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S200 and WX50.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S200 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony WX50 will offer extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger S200 provides an advantage in sensor tech.