Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3
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![Canon PowerShot SX200 IS front Canon PowerShot SX200 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS.jpg)
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 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
- Replacement is Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic SZ3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and SZ3 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SX200 IS was unveiled 4 years before the SZ3 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX200 IS matches up vs the SZ3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The full galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Panasonic SZ3
SX200 IS | SZ3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Canon SX200 IS
SZ3 | SX200 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 44 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic SZ3
SX200 IS | SZ3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS offers exterior dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ3 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic SZ3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX200 IS versus the SZ3.
![Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 size comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ3-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and SZ3 is 90 and 96 respectively.
![Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 top view buttons comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and SZ3.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ3 to offer you extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 sensor size comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-05-14 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 250 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $329 | $150 |