Canon PowerShot SX220 HS review

12.1MP, 14x zoom and 1080p video. Could this be the only camera you need?

Canon PowerShot SX220 HS

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Canon PowerShot SX220 HS: Noise and dynamic range

These graphs were produced using data generated by DXO Analyzer. We shoot a specially designed chart in carefully controlled conditions and the resulting images are analysed using the DXO software.

Signal to noise ratio
A high signal to noise ratio (SNR) indicates a cleaner and better quality image.

Signal to noise ratio graph

Dynamic range
A high dynamic range indicates a better ability to reproduce a wide range of tones. These cameras do not produce raw files, only JPEGs which are automatically processed in-camera to produce the best image possible in the view of the manufacturer.

Dynamic range graph