• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 336.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • 23.00mm - 483.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon SX200 IS advantages over Samsung WB350F

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.54 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Faster shutter
    1/3200 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Samsung WB350F advantages over Canon SX200 IS

  • Less expensive
    $260 vs $350 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.8 vs f/3.4
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • More telephoto lens reach
    483 mm vs 336 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Thinner
    25 mm vs 38 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    11 years vs 16 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More dots on screen
    461k 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
  • More pixels
    16.3 vs 12.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    23 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • 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
  • 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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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

Samsung WB350F
Panasonic DMC-ZS3
  • $232
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • HDMI out

Compare Samsung WB350F vs Panasonic DMC-ZS3

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

Compare Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic DMC-ZS1S

Samsung WB350F
Panasonic DMC-ZS1S
  • $232
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
  • $300
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer exposure

Compare Samsung WB350F vs Panasonic DMC-ZS1S

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

Samsung WB350F
Panasonic DMC-ZS7
  • $232
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video

Compare Samsung WB350F vs Panasonic DMC-ZS7

Compared to Samsung WB850F

Canon SX200 IS
Samsung WB850F
  • $267
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • HDMI out
  • $467
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Larger lens aperture

Compare Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB850F

Samsung WB350F
Samsung WB850F
  • $232
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $467
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • More dots on screen

Compare Samsung WB350F vs Samsung WB850F

Compared to Samsung WB800F

Canon SX200 IS
Samsung WB800F
  • $267
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • HDMI out
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB800F

Samsung WB350F
Samsung WB800F
  • $232
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compare Samsung WB350F vs Samsung WB800F

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