Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GM1

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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GM1

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1/2.3 inch 28.1mm²
12.1 megapixels
28.00mm - 336.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Canon SX200 IS Review.
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4/3 224.9mm²
16.0 megapixels
ISO 200 - 25,600

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What’s the bottom line? Read our Panasonic GM1 conclusion.

Succeeded by the Canon SX210 IS
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Differences

Canon SX200 IS advantages over Panasonic GM1

Less expensive
$350 vs $750 (MSRP)
Save money for lenses or accessories
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

280 vs 230 shots
Capture more photos
Bigger JPEG buffer
Unlimited vs 10 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Panasonic GM1 advantages over Canon SX200 IS

Focus peaking
Peaker vs Non-peaker
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Larger sensor
4/3 vs 1/2.3 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 3.77 vs 1.54 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
RAW file ability
Yes vs No
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Fast startup
~0.90 vs 2.0 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
Newer
11 years vs 16 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
More dots on screen
1037k vs 230k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
Shoots 1080p video
Yes vs No
You'll want this if you shoot video
Less shutter lag
0.19 vs 0.46 sec
Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
More pixels
16.0 vs 12.1 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Longer exposure
60 vs 15 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Faster JPEG shooting
9.9 fps vs 1.0 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster shutter
1/16000 vs 1/3200 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
Higher extended ISO
25600 vs 3200 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Eye-level viewfinder
Neither provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Hot shoe
Neither provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Bulb shutter
Neither provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

Read our Canon SX200 IS Review

Large Four Thirds sensor is impressive for a camera this small; Shares sensor and processor of GX7; Excellent image quality with class-leading high ISO performance; Responsive all-around performer; AF system is fast and accurate; Easy to use and responsive touchscreen; Built-in Wi-Fi with remote control and sharing features; Lightweight and pocketable design makes it easy to carry everywhere.
Can be awkward to use with larger lenses; Rear dial is easy to accidentally press; Lacks a hot-shoe for EVF or external flash; Weak built-in flash; 1/50s flash sync; No 1080p60 video; No external headphone jack or mic input.
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The Competition

Compared to Panasonic DMC-ZS3

Canon SX200 IS

Panasonic DMC-ZS3

$267
1/2.3 inch

Fast startup
Manual focus

$400
1/2.33 inch

More dots on screen
Shoots 60p video

Compare Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic DMC-ZS3

Panasonic GM1

Panasonic DMC-ZS3

$479
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$400
1/2.33 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

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Compared to Panasonic DMC-ZS1S

Canon SX200 IS

Panasonic DMC-ZS1S

$267
1/2.3 inch

Larger sensor
Fast startup

$300
1/2.5 inch

Less expensive
Wider angle lens

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Panasonic GM1

Panasonic DMC-ZS1S

$479
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$300
1/2.5 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

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Compared to Panasonic DMC-ZS7

Canon SX200 IS

Panasonic DMC-ZS7

$267
1/2.3 inch

Manual focus
Bigger JPEG buffer

$400
1/2.33 inch

More dots on screen
Shoots 60p video

Compare Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic DMC-ZS7

Panasonic GM1

Panasonic DMC-ZS7

$479
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$400
1/2.33 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

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Compared to Panasonic GM5

Canon SX200 IS

Panasonic GM5

$267
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$898
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

Compare Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic GM5

Panasonic GM1

Panasonic GM5

$479
4/3

Less expensive
Internal flash

$898
4/3

Eye-level viewfinder
In-camera panoramas

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Compared to Panasonic GF7

Canon SX200 IS

Panasonic GF7

$267
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$590
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

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Panasonic GM1

Panasonic GF7

$479
4/3

$590
4/3

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

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