Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Key Specs
(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
- Launched May 2009
- Later Model is Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Released May 2012
Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon SX200 IS versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SX200 IS was released 4 years prior to the TG-1 iHS which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX200 IS scores against the TG-1 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
SX200 IS | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Canon SX200 IS
TG-1 iHS | SX200 IS | |||
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Released | May 2012 | May 2009 | More modern by 36 months | |
Display resolution | 610k | 230k | Clearer display (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Olympus TG-1 iHS
SX200 IS | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Olympus TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX200 IS versus Olympus TG-1 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX200 IS vs the TG-1 iHS.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and TG-1 iHS is 90 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and TG-1 iHS.
Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-05-14 | 2012-05-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VI |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 610k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 350 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $329 | $399 |