Canon D10 vs Canon SX230 HS

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon D10 versus Canon SX230 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the SX230 HS (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The D10 was introduced 24 months prior to the SX230 HS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the D10 scores versus the SX230 HS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D10 and Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. The whole galleries are available at Canon D10 Gallery and Canon SX230 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon D10 features outside measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Canon SX230 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the D10 and the SX230 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D10 and SX230 HS is 89 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D10 and SX230 HS.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older D10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.