Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX500 IS

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX500 IS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both produced by Canon. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and SX500 IS (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 13 months prior to the SX500 IS which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX230 HS scores versus the SX500 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Canon PowerShot SX500 IS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Canon SX500 IS Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Canon SX500 IS has proportions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX500 IS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX230 HS versus the SX500 IS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and SX500 IS is 91 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The visual underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and SX500 IS.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX500 IS to render more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older SX230 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.