Canon SX200 IS vs Canon SX220 HS

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX200 IS vs Canon SX220 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the SX220 HS (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was announced 21 months earlier than the SX220 HS making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX200 IS grades against the SX220 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Canon SX220 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Canon SX220 HS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. 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) whilst the Canon SX220 HS has specifications of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Canon SX200 IS vs Canon SX220 HS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX200 IS and the SX220 HS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and SX220 HS is 90 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and SX220 HS.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.