Canon SX620 HS vs Sony H200

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX620 HS and Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the H200 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was manufactured 3 years later than the H200 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX620 HS matches up versus the H200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS features outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony H200 has measurements of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the H200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and H200 is 93 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and H200.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos however you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SX620 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.