Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm T200
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Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm T200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 341g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Released August 2012
- Replacement is Canon SX510 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix T205

Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm T200 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon SX500 IS versus FujiFilm T200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the T200 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX500 IS was brought out 20 months later than the T200 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short view of how the SX500 IS scores vs the T200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm T200 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and FujiFilm FinePix T200. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and FujiFilm T200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX500 IS over the FujiFilm T200
SX500 IS | T200 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 20 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T200 over the Canon SX500 IS
T200 | SX500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX500 IS and FujiFilm T200
SX500 IS | T200 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm T200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX500 IS provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the FujiFilm T200 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX500 IS versus FujiFilm T200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX500 IS and the T200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and T200 is 80 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm T200 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX500 IS and T200.
All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX500 IS to deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The newer SX500 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm T200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm T200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | FujiFilm FinePix T200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | FujiFilm FinePix T200 |
Also referred to as | - | FinePix T205 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-08-21 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.4-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 2.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/1600 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 341 grams (0.75 lb) | 151 grams (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 195 photos | 180 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $299 | $160 |