Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB2200F

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SX200 IS versus Samsung WB2200F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and WB2200F (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was manufactured 5 years earlier than the WB2200F and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX200 IS grades vs the WB2200F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Samsung WB2200F. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS provides 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) while the Samsung WB2200F has dimensions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the WB2200F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and WB2200F is 90 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and WB2200F.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB2200F to give you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older SX200 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.