Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GX850

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic GX850, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and GX850 (16MP) and the SX200 IS (1/2.3") and GX850 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.

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The SX200 IS was unveiled 8 years earlier than the GX850 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX200 IS matches up against the GX850 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The full galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS offers outside dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Panasonic GX850 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic GX850 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX200 IS and the GX850.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and GX850 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and GX850.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX200 IS with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GX850 will produce extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SX200 IS will be behind in sensor tech.