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Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX230 HS

Portability
64 Imaging
33 Features
53 Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX1 IS front
 
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS front
Portability
91 Imaging
35 Features
43 Overall
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Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Key Specs

Canon SX1 IS
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 615g - 128 x 88 x 88mm
  • Announced March 2009
Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
  • Introduced July 2011
  • Older Model is Canon SX210 IS
  • Replacement is Canon SX240 HS
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Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Overview

Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX1 IS versus Canon SX230 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by Canon. The image resolution of the SX1 IS (10MP) and the SX230 HS (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was revealed 3 years before the SX230 HS and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX1 IS scores against the SX230 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Canon SX230 HS

		

		

			
 SX1 IS SX230 HS 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen  Take selfies
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Canon SX1 IS

		

		

			
 SX230 HS SX1 IS 
IntroducedJuly 2011March 2009Fresher by 28 months
Screen dimensions3"2.8"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution461k230kCrisper screen (+231k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Canon SX230 HS

		

		

			
 SX1 IS SX230 HS 
Manually focus  Very exact focus
Touch screen  No Touch screen
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX1 IS features exterior dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") with a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Canon SX230 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX1 IS versus Canon SX230 HS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX1 IS compared to the SX230 HS.
Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX230 HS size comparison
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX1 IS and SX230 HS is 64 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX230 HS top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX1 IS and SX230 HS.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon SX230 HS to render greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older SX1 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
	
			Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX230 HS sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Canon SX1 IS
Portrait photography with Canon SX230 HS
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 has manual focus
 above average flash sync speed (1/500 seconds)
 supports face detect autofocus
 supports RAW files
 megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
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 has manual focus
 supports face detect focusing
 cannot use external flash
 megapixel count low (12MP)
 sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
 no RAW support
Photography Glossary
Street Comparison
 Canon SX1 IS as a Street photography camera
 Canon SX230 HS as a Street photography camera
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 screen articulates fully
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 supports RAW files
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 more heavy than average (615 grams)
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 has image stabilization (Optical)
 lighter than others (223g)
 screen does not articulate
 sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
 no RAW support
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Sports Comparison
 Canon SX1 IS as a Sports photography camera
 Canon SX230 HS as a Sports photography camera
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 long zoom range (28-560mm  20.0 x zoom)
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 low frames per second (4.0 frames/s)
 megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 lacks phase detect autofocus
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 amazing zoom range (28-392mm  14.0 x zoom)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 supports tracking focus
 max frames per second low (3.0 fps)
 megapixel count low (12MP)
 sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
 low battery pack (210 CIPA)
 no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Travel photography with Canon SX1 IS
Travel photography with Canon SX230 HS
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 built-in flash
 display is selfie friendly
 fairly wide (28mm)
 very long zoom (560mm)
 missing Timelapse mode
 more heavy than average (615g)
 megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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 lighter than others (223g)
 has built in flash
 decently wide (28mm)
 long zoom (392mm)
 missing Time Lapse function
 low battery pack (210 shots)
 megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
 does not have selfie friendly display
 sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison
Canon SX1 IS Landscape photography advice
Canon SX230 HS Landscape photography advice
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 has manual focus
 fairly wide (28mm)
 good sized screen (2.8")
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 supports RAW files
 cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
 megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 missing Timelapse mode
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 has manual focus
 decently wide (28mm)
 good sized screen (3")
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
 megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
 sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
 no RAW support
 low battery pack (210 per charge)
 missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison
Canon SX1 IS Vlogging factors
Canon SX230 HS Vlogging factors
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 fairly wide (28mm)
 display is selfie friendly
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 supports face detect autofocus
 video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
 missing microphone support
 more heavy than average (615 grams)
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 decently wide (28mm)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 supports face detect focusing
 video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
 lighter than others (223 grams)
 sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
 does not have selfie friendly display
 missing mic port
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Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX1 IS and Canon SX230 HS
 Canon PowerShot SX1 ISCanon PowerShot SX230 HS
General Information
Make Canon Canon
Model Canon PowerShot SX1 IS Canon PowerShot SX230 HS
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2009-03-27 2011-07-19
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures    
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
Autofocus touch    
Autofocus continuous    
Autofocus single    
Autofocus tracking    
Autofocus selectice    
Autofocus center weighted    
Multi area autofocus    
Live view autofocus    
Face detect autofocus    
Contract detect autofocus    
Phase detect autofocus    
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-560mm (20.0x) 28-392mm (14.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.7 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focus distance 0cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.8 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 461 thousand dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch function    
Display technology - PureColor II TG TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 15 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/3200 seconds 1/3200 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 4.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash range 5.20 m 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe    
AEB    
WB bracketing    
Max flash sync 1/500 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Mic jack    
Headphone jack    
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 615g (1.36 lb) 223g (0.49 lb)
Physical dimensions 128 x 88 x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 210 pictures
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model - NB-5L
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom)
Time lapse recording    
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC card SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $600 $399