Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm F300EXR

Following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX230 HS and FujiFilm F300EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the F300EXR (12MP) is very well matched but the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and F300EXR (1/2") use different sensor size.

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The SX230 HS was brought out 13 months after the F300EXR making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX230 HS scores versus the F300EXR in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS has exterior 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 FujiFilm F300EXR has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS and FujiFilm F300EXR in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX230 HS versus the F300EXR.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and F300EXR is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and F300EXR.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The SX230 HS features the tinier sensor which will make getting bokeh trickier. The newer SX230 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.