Canon SD4000 IS vs Canon SX200 IS

Here is a extended overview of the Canon SD4000 IS and Canon SX200 IS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Canon. The resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the SX200 IS (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD4000 IS was unveiled 15 months later than the SX200 IS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SD4000 IS scores against the SX200 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS & Canon PowerShot SX200 IS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery & Canon SX200 IS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD4000 IS features outside measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Canon SX200 IS has sizing of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SD4000 IS versus the SX200 IS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD4000 IS and SX200 IS is 94 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SD4000 IS and SX200 IS.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX200 IS to render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The newer SD4000 IS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.