Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon S6200

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon SX220 HS and Nikon S6200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and S6200 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was introduced 6 months prior to the S6200 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX220 HS matches up against the S6200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Nikon S6200 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX220 HS features external dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Nikon S6200 has proportions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX220 HS and Nikon S6200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX220 HS and the S6200.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and S6200 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and S6200.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S6200 to provide more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively.