Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GF2
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GF2 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
- Announced May 2009
- Successor is Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 310g - 113 x 68 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Earlier Model is Panasonic GF1
- Refreshed by Panasonic GF3
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GF2 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX200 IS versus Panasonic GF2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is pretty close but the SX200 IS (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizing.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe SX200 IS was unveiled 21 months before the GF2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX200 IS matches up versus the GF2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GF2 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Panasonic GF2
SX200 IS | GF2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF2 over the Canon SX200 IS
GF2 | SX200 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | May 2009 | More recent by 21 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic GF2
SX200 IS | GF2 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GF2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS has got 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) while the Panasonic GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX200 IS versus Panasonic GF2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the GF2.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and GF2 is 90 and 88 respectively.
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GF2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and GF2.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor measurements. The SX200 IS features the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder. The older SX200 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GF2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GF2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2009-05-14 | 2011-02-24 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | - |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD, 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 grams (0.54 lb) | 310 grams (0.68 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 113 x 68 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 506 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $329 | $330 |