Canon SX200 IS vs Sony W610
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Canon SX200 IS vs Sony W610 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Updated by Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony W610 Overview
Following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX200 IS and Sony W610, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was launched 3 years earlier than the W610 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX200 IS scores vs the W610 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony W610 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Sony W610
SX200 IS | W610 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Canon SX200 IS
W610 | SX200 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 32 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Sony W610
SX200 IS | W610 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS features external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX200 IS and Sony W610 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX200 IS vs the W610.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and W610 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and W610.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony W610 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Sony W610 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-05-14 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $329 | $200 |