Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung WB2200F

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX120 IS versus Samsung WB2200F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and WB2200F (16MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and WB2200F (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX120 IS was brought out 5 years before the WB2200F and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX120 IS scores vs the WB2200F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Samsung WB2200F. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX120 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Samsung WB2200F has specifications of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX120 IS versus Samsung WB2200F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX120 IS and the WB2200F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and WB2200F is 87 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX120 IS and WB2200F.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX120 IS featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung WB2200F will give you greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older SX120 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.