Canon A2200 vs Canon SX230 HS

Below, we are matching up the Canon A2200 versus Canon SX230 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Canon. The image resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the SX230 HS (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was introduced 6 months before the SX230 HS which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A2200 matches up versus the SX230 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2200 and Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2200 Gallery and Canon SX230 HS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A2200 has outside dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Canon SX230 HS has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Canon A2200 versus Canon SX230 HS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the A2200 against the SX230 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and SX230 HS is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2200 and SX230 HS.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A2200 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively.