Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H10
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93 Imaging
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Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Previous Model is Canon SX210 IS
- Successor is Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 194g - 102 x 62 x 24mm
- Released June 2009

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H10 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the EX-H10 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX230 HS was brought out 2 years after the EX-H10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX230 HS matches up vs the EX-H10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Casio Exilim EX-H10. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Casio EX-H10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Casio EX-H10
SX230 HS | EX-H10 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | ![]() | June 2009 | Newer by 26 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H10 over the Canon SX230 HS
EX-H10 | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Casio EX-H10
SX230 HS | EX-H10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H10 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS has got physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-H10 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX230 HS against the EX-H10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and EX-H10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and EX-H10.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer SX230 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Casio Exilim EX-H10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Casio Exilim EX-H10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2009-06-11 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.2-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223 grams (0.49 pounds) | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 102 x 62 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | NP-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $399 | $300 |