Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon SX130 IS and Canon SX200 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX130 IS has external dimensions of 113 x 73 x 46 mm (4.45 x 2.87 x 1.81″) and weighs 308 g (0.68 lb / 10.86 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX200 IS has external dimensions of 103 x 61 x 38 mm (4.06 x 2.4 x 1.5″) and weighs 247 g (0.54 lb / 8.71 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX130 IS and the Canon SX200 IS. Canon SX200 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 10mm narrower, 12mm shorter and 8mm thinner than Canon SX130 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX200 IS is significantly lighter (61g ) than the Canon SX130 IS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX130 IS nor Canon PowerShot SX200 IS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX130 IS and Canon SX200 IS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.