Canon SX210 IS vs Fujifilm XP200

In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon SX210 IS vs Fujifilm XP200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was manufactured 3 years before the Fujifilm XP200 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX210 IS grades vs the Fujifilm XP200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Fujifilm FinePix XP200. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Fujifilm XP200 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS comes with external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Fujifilm XP200 has measurements of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX210 IS against the Fujifilm XP200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and Fujifilm XP200 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and Fujifilm XP200.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm XP200 to render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older SX210 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.