Canon SX200 IS vs Canon SX600 HS

The following is a thorough assessment of the Canon SX200 IS versus Canon SX600 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both designed by Canon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and SX600 HS (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was released 5 years prior to the SX600 HS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX200 IS matches up vs the SX600 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Canon PowerShot SX600 HS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Canon SX600 HS Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS has physical measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Canon SX600 HS has measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX200 IS vs the SX600 HS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and SX600 HS is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and SX600 HS.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX600 HS to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.