Canon SX200 IS vs Sony TX5

Below is a extended review of the Canon SX200 IS and Sony TX5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is relatively similar but the SX200 IS (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The SX200 IS was announced 9 months before the TX5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX200 IS scores against the TX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS comes with 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) whilst the Sony TX5 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX200 IS and Sony TX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the TX5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and TX5 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and TX5.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX200 IS with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon SX200 IS will offer extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older SX200 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.