Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung PL200

Here is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX260 HS and Samsung PL200, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was revealed 23 months later than the PL200 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX260 HS grades vs the PL200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Samsung PL200. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS provides outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX260 HS versus the PL200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and PL200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and PL200.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung PL200 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger SX260 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.