Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000
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![Canon PowerShot SX200 IS front Canon PowerShot SX200 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS.jpg)
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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 172g - 96 x 56 x 25mm
- Released January 2009
- Alternative Name is mju 7000
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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Canon SX200 IS and Olympus 7000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the 7000 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The SX200 IS was revealed 5 months later than the 7000 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the SX200 IS scores versus the 7000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Olympus Stylus 7000. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Olympus 7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Olympus 7000
SX200 IS | 7000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus 7000 over the Canon SX200 IS
7000 | SX200 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Olympus 7000
SX200 IS | 7000 | |||
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Released | May 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS offers physical measurements 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 Olympus 7000 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX200 IS and Olympus 7000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX200 IS vs the 7000.
![Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 size comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Olympus-Stylus-7000-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and 7000 is 90 and 94 respectively.
![Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 top view buttons comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Olympus-Stylus-7000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and 7000.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images although you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.
![Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 sensor size comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Olympus-Stylus-7000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Olympus-Stylus-7000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus 7000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Olympus Stylus 7000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Olympus Stylus 7000 |
Also called as | - | mju 7000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-05-14 | 2009-01-07 |
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 | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 37-260mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data 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 | 247 grams (0.54 lb) | 172 grams (0.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 96 x 56 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $329 | $280 |