Canon SX200 IS vs Canon SX240 HS

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX200 IS vs Canon SX240 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are built by Canon. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the SX240 HS (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was revealed 3 years before the SX240 HS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX200 IS matches up versus the SX240 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Canon PowerShot SX240 HS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Canon SX240 HS Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS provides physical measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Canon SX240 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX200 IS vs Canon SX240 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX200 IS versus the SX240 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and SX240 HS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and SX240 HS.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos although you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX200 IS will be behind in sensor tech.