Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L100
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Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L100 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
- Revealed May 2009
- Newer Model is Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Released February 2009
- Later Model is Nikon L110

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L100 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX200 IS versus Nikon L100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the L100 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was introduced 4 months after the L100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX200 IS scores against the L100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Nikon Coolpix L100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Nikon L100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Nikon L100
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Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Canon SX200 IS
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Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Nikon L100
SX200 IS | L100 | |||
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Released | May 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L100 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS provides external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Nikon L100 has proportions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
See the Canon SX200 IS versus Nikon L100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX200 IS against the L100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and L100 is 90 and 79 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and L100.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX200 IS to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Nikon Coolpix L100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Nikon Coolpix L100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-05-14 | 2009-02-03 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 pounds) | 360g (0.79 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $329 | $399 |