Canon D20 vs Canon SX230 HS

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon D20 and Canon SX230 HS, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the SX230 HS (12MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The D20 was introduced 24 months later than the SX230 HS making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the D20 scores vs the SX230 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot D20 and Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery and Canon SX230 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon D20 features exterior measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Canon SX230 HS has sizing 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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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the D20 vs the SX230 HS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D20 and SX230 HS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D20 and SX230 HS.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger D20 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.