Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1
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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)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1/Panasonic-TS1-front.jpg)
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34 Features
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Refreshed by Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Announced January 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
- Later Model is Panasonic TS2
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic TS1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SX200 IS was launched 4 months after the TS1 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX200 IS scores against the TS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Panasonic TS1
SX200 IS | TS1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Canon SX200 IS
TS1 | SX200 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic TS1
SX200 IS | TS1 | |||
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Announced | May 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS has got outside measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has sizing of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic TS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX200 IS and the TS1.
![Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and TS1 is 90 and 93 respectively.
![Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and TS1.
Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.
![Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-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 TS1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-05-14 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247 grams (0.54 pounds) | 189 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $329 | $380 |