Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus XZ-10
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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus XZ-10 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
- Announced May 2009
- Renewed by Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Released January 2013

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus XZ-10 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus XZ-10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was announced 4 years prior to the XZ-10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX200 IS scores versus the XZ-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus XZ-10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Olympus XZ-10
SX200 IS | XZ-10 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Canon SX200 IS
XZ-10 | SX200 IS | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 45 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Olympus XZ-10
SX200 IS | XZ-10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus XZ-10 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX200 IS features external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-10 has specifications of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus XZ-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX200 IS and the XZ-10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and XZ-10 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus XZ-10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and XZ-10.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX200 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus XZ-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus XZ-10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-05-14 | 2013-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/1.8-2.7 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 grams (0.54 pounds) | 221 grams (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 240 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $329 | $428 |