Canon SX160 IS vs Canon SX230 HS

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX160 IS versus Canon SX230 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are created by Canon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and SX230 HS (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was unveiled 24 months later than the SX230 HS making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX160 IS grades versus the SX230 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Canon SX230 HS Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX160 IS provides physical measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Canon SX230 HS has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX160 IS versus Canon SX230 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX160 IS versus the SX230 HS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and SX230 HS is 86 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and SX230 HS.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX160 IS to show more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX160 IS will have an advantage in sensor technology.