Canon SX200 IS vs Canon SX510 HS

Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX200 IS versus Canon SX510 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the SX510 HS (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was brought out 5 years prior to the SX510 HS and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX200 IS grades versus the SX510 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Canon PowerShot SX510 HS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Canon SX510 HS Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS comes with outer dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Canon SX510 HS has measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX200 IS and the SX510 HS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and SX510 HS is 90 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and SX510 HS.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of files however you really should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older SX200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.