Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus Tough-3000

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus Tough-3000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was brought out 7 months earlier than the Tough-3000 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX200 IS matches up against the Tough-3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS has got external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Olympus Tough-3000 has measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus Tough-3000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX200 IS and the Tough-3000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and Tough-3000 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and Tough-3000.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older SX200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.