Canon PowerShot SX200 IS Point & Shoot Camera
The Canon PowerShot SX200 IS is a 12MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — with 720p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Canon PowerShot SX200 IS
Key Features — Canon PowerShot SX200 IS
12MP 1/2.3-Inch Sensor: Captures stills at up to 4000x3000 pixels, providing enough resolution for standard prints and everyday photography.
DIGIC 4 Image Processor: Canon's DIGIC 4 engine handles image processing and supports a range of color profiles including Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, and Monochrome.
Optical Image Stabilization: Built-in OIS physically compensates for camera shake, offering more effective stabilization than digital alternatives common in this camera class.
3.0-Inch TFT LCD: The rear display serves as the sole composition tool — there is no optical or electronic viewfinder — with 230,000 dots of resolution.
9-Point AF with Face Detection: Contrast-detection autofocus across 9 points includes Face Detection AF and subject tracking for flexible framing of people and moving subjects.
720p Video Recording: Records HD video at up to 720p/30fps in 8-bit color, with creative options including Color Accent and Color Swap modes.
Camera Specifications — Canon PowerShot SX200 IS
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 12MP |
| Processor | DIGIC 4 |
| ISO Range | 80 – 1600 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | 9-point AF |
| Max Photo Resolution | 4000x3000 |
| Burst Rate | 0.8 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 720p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
Description — Canon PowerShot SX200 IS
The Canon PowerShot SX200 IS pairs a 12MP sensor on a 1/2.3-inch chip with Canon's DIGIC 4 image processor, delivering stills at up to 4000x3000 pixels. The ISO range runs from 80 to 1600, and the built-in optical image stabilization (OIS) system helps minimize camera shake during handheld shooting. At 247g and 103 x 61 x 38 mm, the metal-bodied camera is compact enough for everyday carry.
The 3.0-inch TFT LCD at 230,000 dots is the sole composition tool, as the camera has no viewfinder. Autofocus relies on Contrast Detection and Face Detection AF across a 9-point system with subject tracking. Video records at up to 720p at 30fps in 8-bit, with color options including Color Accent and Color Swap modes.
The built-in pop-up flash supports six modes including Slow sync and Red-eye reduction. Storage is via SD and SDHC cards, and output options include USB and Mini HDMI. Battery life is rated at approximately 280 shots per charge on the NB-5L Li-ion cell.
Pros — Canon PowerShot SX200 IS
- ✓Optical image stabilization (OIS) rather than digital, providing genuine motion compensation
- ✓12MP 1/2.3-inch sensor with DIGIC 4 processing supports a broad range of color profiles including Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, and Monochrome
- ✓Metal body construction at just 247g keeps the camera durable and genuinely portable
Cons — Canon PowerShot SX200 IS
- ✗No viewfinder of any type — composition relies entirely on the 230,000-dot LCD
- ✗Maximum burst frame rate of 0.8 fps is very slow for capturing moving subjects
- ✗No weather sealing, limiting use in challenging outdoor conditions
Videos — Canon PowerShot SX200 IS
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