Canon SX200 IS vs Sony WX80
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Canon SX200 IS vs Sony WX80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Launched May 2009
- Renewed by Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
- 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony WX80 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX200 IS versus Sony WX80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and WX80 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was brought out 4 years prior to the WX80 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX200 IS scores vs the WX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony WX80 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Sony WX80
SX200 IS | WX80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Canon SX200 IS
WX80 | SX200 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 44 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Sony WX80
SX200 IS | WX80 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX200 IS provides outside measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX200 IS versus Sony WX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX200 IS vs the WX80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and WX80 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and WX80.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony WX80 to resolve more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony WX80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Sony WX80 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-05-14 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.3-8.0 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 4.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 lb) | 124g (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 240 photos |
Battery style | - | 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 recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $329 | $276 |