Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon SX200 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was manufactured 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX200 IS grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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When you are intending to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS features external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX200 IS and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 90 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to show extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older SX200 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.