Canon 650D vs Canon SX230 HS

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon 650D vs Canon SX230 HS, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Canon. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the 650D (18MP) and SX230 HS (12MP) and the 650D (APS-C) and SX230 HS (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The 650D was unveiled 14 months later than the SX230 HS making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon 650D being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 650D matches up versus the SX230 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 650D & Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. The full galleries are provided at Canon 650D Gallery & Canon SX230 HS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon 650D provides external measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 575 grams (1.27 lbs) and the Canon SX230 HS has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 650D vs Canon SX230 HS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the 650D compared to the SX230 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 650D and SX230 HS is 65 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 650D and SX230 HS.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 650D having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon 650D will deliver extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger 650D provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.