Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Lets look much closer at the Canon SX200 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was released 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX200 IS grades versus the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS enjoys physical measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX200 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SX200 IS versus the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and Galaxy Camera is 90 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and Galaxy Camera.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera to show greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS will be behind in sensor tech.