Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon S230

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon S230, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX20 IS (12MP) and the S230 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX20 IS was launched 18 months later than the S230 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX20 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S230 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX20 IS matches up vs the S230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS and Nikon Coolpix S230. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX20 IS Gallery and Nikon S230 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX20 IS has got exterior measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S230 has dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX20 IS against the S230.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX20 IS and S230 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX20 IS and S230.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX20 IS to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SX20 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.