Canon SX200 IS vs Sony ZV-1

The following is a thorough review of the Canon SX200 IS and Sony ZV-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the SX200 IS (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX200 IS was launched 12 years before the ZV-1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the SX200 IS matches up vs the ZV-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS features external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX200 IS and Sony ZV-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the ZV-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and ZV-1 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The image here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and ZV-1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX200 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony ZV-1 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.