Canon D30 vs Canon SX240 HS

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon D30 versus Canon SX240 HS, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Canon. The resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the SX240 HS (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The D30 was announced 2 years after the SX240 HS which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the D30 scores versus the SX240 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D30 and Canon PowerShot SX240 HS. The whole galleries are available at Canon D30 Gallery and Canon SX240 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon D30 enjoys outer dimensions of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Canon SX240 HS has specifications of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Canon D30 versus Canon SX240 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the D30 against the SX240 HS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D30 and SX240 HS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D30 and SX240 HS.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern D30 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.