Canon A4000 IS vs Canon SX230 HS

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Canon A4000 IS versus Canon SX230 HS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Canon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the A4000 IS (16MP) and SX230 HS (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A4000 IS was introduced 7 months after the SX230 HS and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the A4000 IS grades versus the SX230 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS & Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A4000 IS Gallery & Canon SX230 HS Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A4000 IS has got external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the A4000 IS compared to the SX230 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A4000 IS and SX230 HS is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A4000 IS and SX230 HS.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon A4000 IS to give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer A4000 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.