Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung GX-1L

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung GX-1L, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the SX200 IS (1/2.3") and GX-1L (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The SX200 IS was revealed 3 years later than the GX-1L and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX200 IS matches up against the GX-1L for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Samsung GX-1L. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS has exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1L has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung GX-1L in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX200 IS versus the GX-1L.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and GX-1L is 90 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and GX-1L.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX200 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Canon SX200 IS will deliver extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern SX200 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.