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Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon P1000

Portability
90
Imaging
35
Features
37
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX200 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix P1000 front
Portability
49
Imaging
42
Features
67
Overall
52

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon P1000 Key Specs

Canon SX200 IS
(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
  • Released May 2009
  • Renewed by Canon SX210 IS
Nikon P1000
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-3000mm (F2.8-8) lens
  • 1415g - 146 x 119 x 181mm
  • Launched July 2018
  • Older Model is Nikon P900
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Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon P1000 Overview

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX200 IS and Nikon P1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and P1000 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was announced 10 years before the P1000 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX200 IS grades versus the P1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Nikon P1000

 SX200 IS P1000 

Reasons to pick Nikon P1000 over the Canon SX200 IS

 P1000 SX200 IS 
LaunchedJuly 2018May 2009Fresher by 111 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen size3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution921k230kCrisper screen (+691k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Nikon P1000

 SX200 IS P1000 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon P1000 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS comes with exterior 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) while the Nikon P1000 has dimensions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX200 IS and Nikon P1000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX200 IS vs the P1000.

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon P1000 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and P1000 is 90 and 49 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon P1000 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon P1000 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and P1000.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon P1000 to offer you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SX200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon P1000 sensor size comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon P1000 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon P1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Portrait photography information
Nikon P1000 Portrait photography information
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has manual focus
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
57
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Canon SX200 IS as a Street photography camera
Nikon P1000 as a Street photography camera
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (247 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
51
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
heavier than others in class (1,415 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Sports photography factors
Nikon P1000 Sports photography factors
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
49
incredible zoom range (24-3000mm 125.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (250 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SX200 IS
Travel photography with Nikon P1000
63
lighter than others (247 grams)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
great zoom (336mm)
does not have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
54
has bluetooth
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
pretty wide (24mm)
very long reach (3000mm)
terrible battery pack (250 shots)
heavier than others in class (1,415g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Landscape photography advice
Nikon P1000 Landscape photography advice
43
has manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
51
manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3.2 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (250 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Vlogging advice
Nikon P1000 Vlogging advice
30
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (247g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone port
58
pretty wide (24mm)
display is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with mic jack
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
heavier than others in class (1,415 grams)
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Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon P1000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX200 IS and Nikon P1000
 Canon PowerShot SX200 ISNikon Coolpix P1000
General Information
Brand Canon Nikon
Model type Canon PowerShot SX200 IS Nikon Coolpix P1000
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-05-14 2018-07-10
Body design Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Nikon Expeed
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-336mm (12.0x) 24-3000mm (125.0x)
Max aperture f/3.4-5.3 f/2.8-8
Macro focusing distance 0cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 99%
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/3200 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 7.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 12.00 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 247 grams (0.54 lb) 1415 grams (3.12 lb)
Physical dimensions 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") 146 x 119 x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1")
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 - 250 pictures
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-5L -
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support)
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $329 $1,000