Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX600 HS

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX600 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both built by Canon. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and SX600 HS (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was announced 3 years earlier than the SX600 HS which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX230 HS scores against the SX600 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Canon PowerShot SX600 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Canon SX600 HS Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS offers external measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Canon SX600 HS has dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX600 HS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX230 HS versus the SX600 HS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and SX600 HS is 91 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and SX600 HS.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX600 HS to result in extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.