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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm JX350

Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
43
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX230 HS front
 
FujiFilm FinePix JX350 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm JX350 Key Specs

Canon SX230 HS
(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
  • Launched July 2011
  • Succeeded the Canon SX210 IS
  • Newer Model is Canon SX240 HS
FujiFilm JX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix JX355
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm JX350 Overview

The following is a extensive review of the Canon SX230 HS and FujiFilm JX350, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and JX350 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was announced 7 months after the JX350 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX230 HS grades against the JX350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the FujiFilm JX350

 SX230 HS JX350 
AnnouncedJuly 2011January 2011Newer by 7 months
Manually focus More precise focus
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX350 over the Canon SX230 HS

 JX350 SX230 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and FujiFilm JX350

 SX230 HS JX350 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm JX350 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS comes with outside 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 FujiFilm JX350 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX230 HS and FujiFilm JX350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the JX350.

Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm JX350 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and JX350 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm JX350 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm JX350 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and JX350.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the FujiFilm JX350 to render more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer SX230 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm JX350 sensor size comparison

Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm JX350 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm JX350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX230 HS Portrait photography features
FujiFilm JX350 Portrait photography features
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focusing manually
supports face detection autofocus
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon SX230 HS as a Street photography camera
FujiFilm JX350 as a Street photography camera
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (223g)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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lighter than average (130 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX230 HS Sports photography factors
FujiFilm JX350 Sports photography factors
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long zoom range (28-392mm 14.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (210 per charge)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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decent sensor resolution (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low battery (180 shots)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX230 HS Travel photography details
FujiFilm JX350 Travel photography details
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lighter than competition (223 grams)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
great zoom (392mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
terrible battery life (210 shots)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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lighter than average (130 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low battery (180 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX230 HS Landscape photography features
FujiFilm JX350 Landscape photography features
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focusing manually
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
terrible battery life (210 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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reasonably wide (28mm)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
low battery (180 CIPA)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX230 HS Vlogging info
FujiFilm JX350 Vlogging info
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decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (223g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external microphone jack
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reasonably wide (28mm)
lighter than average (130g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic port
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm JX350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX230 HS and FujiFilm JX350
 Canon PowerShot SX230 HSFujiFilm FinePix JX350
General Information
Brand Name Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon PowerShot SX230 HS FujiFilm FinePix JX350
Also called - FinePix JX355
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-07-19 2011-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3440
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Highest boosted ISO - 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-392mm (14.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.6-6.2
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Screen resolution 461k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology PureColor II TG TFT LCD TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/3200 secs 1/1800 secs
Continuous shooting speed 3.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 223g (0.49 pounds) 130g (0.29 pounds)
Physical dimensions 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 photos 180 photos
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-5L NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus SD / SDHC
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $399 $200