Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H20G
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Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H20G 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
- Succeeded the Canon SX210 IS
- Successor is Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Introduced September 2010
Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX230 HS versus Casio EX-H20G, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the EX-H20G (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SX230 HS was released 11 months later than the EX-H20G and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX230 HS scores vs the EX-H20G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Casio Exilim EX-H20G. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Casio EX-H20G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Casio EX-H20G
SX230 HS | EX-H20G | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | September 2010 | More recent by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Canon SX230 HS
EX-H20G | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Casio EX-H20G
SX230 HS | EX-H20G | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 461k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Casio EX-H20G has proportions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX230 HS versus Casio EX-H20G in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the EX-H20G.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and EX-H20G is 91 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and EX-H20G.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Casio EX-H20G to render more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX230 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-H20G Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Casio Exilim EX-H20G |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2010-09-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Exilim Engine HS |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.2-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 223 grams (0.49 lbs) | 216 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | NP-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $300 |