Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ15W
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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ15W 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
- Launched May 2009
- Refreshed by Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released February 2009
- Also Known as WB550
Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ15W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe SX200 IS was unveiled 3 months later than the HZ15W and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX200 IS grades versus the HZ15W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Samsung HZ15W
SX200 IS | HZ15W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Canon SX200 IS
HZ15W | SX200 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Samsung HZ15W
SX200 IS | HZ15W | |||
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Released | May 2009 | February 2009 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS has got external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ15W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX200 IS against the HZ15W.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and HZ15W is 90 and 90 respectively.
Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The visual below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and HZ15W.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account.
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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Samsung HZ15W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB550 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-05-14 | 2009-02-23 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247 gr (0.54 lb) | 249 gr (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $329 | $330 |