Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon S9100

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was released 3 years earlier than the S9100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX200 IS matches up against the S9100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS comes with physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9100 has proportions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX200 IS vs the S9100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and S9100 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The picture below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and S9100.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX200 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.