Canon SX200 IS vs Kodak M550
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Canon SX200 IS vs Kodak M550 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
- Launched May 2009
- New Model is Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2010

Canon SX200 IS vs Kodak M550 Overview
The following is a thorough review of the Canon SX200 IS vs Kodak M550, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the M550 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was introduced 7 months earlier than the M550 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX200 IS grades vs the M550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX200 IS vs Kodak M550 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Kodak EasyShare M550. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Kodak M550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Kodak M550
SX200 IS | M550 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Canon SX200 IS
M550 | SX200 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Kodak M550
SX200 IS | M550 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon SX200 IS vs Kodak M550 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS comes with outside dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Kodak M550 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Canon SX200 IS vs Kodak M550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX200 IS vs the M550.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and M550 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Kodak M550 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and M550.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX200 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX200 IS vs Kodak M550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Kodak M550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Kodak EasyShare M550 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Kodak EasyShare M550 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-05-14 | 2010-01-05 |
Body design | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1000 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | - |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-5L | KLIC-7006 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $329 | $119 |