Canon SX200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550
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Canon SX200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Updated by Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012
Canon SX200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX200 IS and Fujifilm JX550, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX200 IS was introduced 3 years before the Fujifilm JX550 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX200 IS grades against the Fujifilm JX550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Fujifilm FinePix JX550. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Fujifilm JX550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Fujifilm JX550
SX200 IS | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Canon SX200 IS
Fujifilm JX550 | SX200 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | May 2009 | More recent by 32 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Fujifilm JX550
SX200 IS | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Fujifilm JX550 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX200 IS and Fujifilm JX550 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX200 IS vs the Fujifilm JX550.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and Fujifilm JX550 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and Fujifilm JX550.
Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm JX550 to give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older SX200 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Canon SX200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-05-14 | 2012-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 gr (0.54 lbs) | 113 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-5L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $329 | $200 |