Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX280 HS

The following is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX230 HS versus Canon SX280 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are sold by Canon. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the SX280 HS (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was unveiled 20 months before the SX280 HS making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX230 HS matches up against the SX280 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Canon PowerShot SX280 HS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Canon SX280 HS Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX230 HS comes with physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Canon SX280 HS has sizing of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX230 HS vs the SX280 HS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and SX280 HS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and SX280 HS.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be behind in sensor tech.