Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L24
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Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L24 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Refreshed by Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched February 2011

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L24 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Canon SX200 IS versus Nikon L24, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the L24 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was unveiled 21 months before the L24 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX200 IS matches up against the L24 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L24 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Nikon Coolpix L24. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Nikon L24 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Nikon L24
SX200 IS | L24 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Canon SX200 IS
L24 | SX200 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 21 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Nikon L24
SX200 IS | L24 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L24 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS has outer measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Nikon L24 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX200 IS versus Nikon L24 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX200 IS against the L24.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and L24 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L24 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and L24.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon L24 to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L24 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon L24 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Nikon Coolpix L24 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Nikon Coolpix L24 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-05-14 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 37-134mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 lbs) | 182g (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 life | - | 220 pictures |
Style of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | NB-5L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $329 | $119 |