Canon SX130 IS vs Canon SX230 HS

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX130 IS versus Canon SX230 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are created by Canon. The resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the SX230 HS (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was launched 11 months before the SX230 HS and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX130 IS grades vs the SX230 HS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Canon SX230 HS Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX130 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst 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).

Compare the Canon SX130 IS versus Canon SX230 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX130 IS against the SX230 HS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX130 IS and SX230 HS is 85 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and SX230 HS.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX130 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.