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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Portability
90
Imaging
34
Features
37
Overall
35
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS front
 
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS front
Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
42
Overall
38

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs

Canon SX200 IS
(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
  • Released May 2009
  • Renewed by Canon SX210 IS
Olympus TG-2 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
  • Released June 2013
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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview

Below is a extended comparison of the Canon SX200 IS and Olympus TG-2 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was unveiled 5 years prior to the TG-2 iHS and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX200 IS grades against the TG-2 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Olympus TG-2 iHS

 SX200 IS TG-2 iHS 
Focus manually Dial exact focus

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Canon SX200 IS

 TG-2 iHS SX200 IS 
ReleasedJune 2013May 2009More recent by 50 months
Screen resolution610k230kSharper screen (+380k dot)

Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Olympus TG-2 iHS

 SX200 IS TG-2 iHS 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen dimensions
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Olympus TG-2 iHS has dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX200 IS and Olympus TG-2 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX200 IS versus the TG-2 iHS.

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and TG-2 iHS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS top view buttons comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and TG-2 iHS.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older SX200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS sensor size comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon SX200 IS
Portrait photography with Olympus TG-2 iHS
28
has manual focus
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
27
includes face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Street photography highlights
Olympus TG-2 iHS Street photography highlights
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (247g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Sports photography info
Olympus TG-2 iHS Sports photography info
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery pack (350 per charge)
low fps (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Travel photography highlights
Olympus TG-2 iHS Travel photography highlights
62
lighter than competitors in class (247 grams)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
very long reach (336mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
68
good battery pack (350 CIPA)
environment proofing
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX200 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus TG-2 iHS as a Landscape photography camera
42
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
46
reasonably wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is decent (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
good battery pack (350 CIPA)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Vlogging details
Olympus TG-2 iHS Vlogging details
29
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (247 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic port
36
reasonably wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone support
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Canon SX200 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX200 IS and Olympus TG-2 iHS
 Canon PowerShot SX200 ISOlympus Tough TG-2 iHS
General Information
Brand Canon Olympus
Model type Canon PowerShot SX200 IS Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Released 2009-05-14 2013-06-28
Physical type 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 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 Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3968 x 2976
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
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)
Maximal aperture f/3.4-5.3 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focusing range 0cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 610k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - OLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/3200s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.20 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 247g (0.54 lbs) 230g (0.51 lbs)
Physical dimensions 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 images
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-5L Li-90B
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC -
Card slots One One
Launch cost $329 $380