Canon SX200 IS vs Sony A3000

The following is a extensive overview of the Canon SX200 IS and Sony A3000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the SX200 IS (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The SX200 IS was released 5 years prior to the A3000 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX200 IS grades vs the A3000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX200 IS has got outside dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony A3000 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX200 IS and Sony A3000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX200 IS against the A3000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and A3000 is 90 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and A3000.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX200 IS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony A3000 will render greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.