Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon AW110

In this article, we are looking at the Canon SX200 IS and Nikon AW110, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and AW110 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was introduced 5 years earlier than the AW110 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX200 IS matches up versus the AW110 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Nikon Coolpix AW110. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Nikon AW110 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX200 IS has external 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 Nikon AW110 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX200 IS versus the AW110.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and AW110 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and AW110.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon AW110 to result in more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SX200 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.