Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm S200EXR

Below, we are analyzing the Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm S200EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the S200EXR (12MP) is fairly similar but the SX210 IS (1/2.3") and S200EXR (1/1.6") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX210 IS was unveiled 11 months later than the S200EXR and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S200EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX210 IS grades vs the S200EXR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and FujiFilm S200EXR Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX210 IS has outside measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S200EXR has sizing of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") with a weight of 865 grams (1.91 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm S200EXR in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX210 IS against the S200EXR.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and S200EXR is 90 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX210 IS and S200EXR.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX210 IS having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Canon SX210 IS will deliver extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher SX210 IS will have an advantage in sensor technology.