Canon SX200 IS vs Sony A700

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon SX200 IS versus Sony A700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the A700 (12MP) is very similar but the SX200 IS (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX200 IS was released 18 months later than the A700 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX200 IS matches up versus the A700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony A700 has dimensions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX200 IS versus Sony A700 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX200 IS and the A700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and A700 is 90 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and A700.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The SX200 IS uses the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more difficult. The more modern SX200 IS will have a benefit in sensor tech.