Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-Z33
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Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Earlier Model is Canon SX210 IS
- Successor is Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched August 2009

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Canon SX230 HS versus Casio EX-Z33, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z33 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX230 HS was launched 23 months later than the EX-Z33 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX230 HS grades vs the EX-Z33 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z33. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Casio EX-Z33
SX230 HS | EX-Z33 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 23 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Canon SX230 HS
EX-Z33 | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Casio EX-Z33
SX230 HS | EX-Z33 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS has got outer measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z33 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS versus Casio EX-Z33 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX230 HS against the EX-Z33.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and EX-Z33 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and EX-Z33.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX230 HS to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer SX230 HS provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-Z33 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2009-08-31 |
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 | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 36-107mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 223 grams (0.49 lb) | 106 grams (0.23 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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-82 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $120 |