Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S1600

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SX230 HS and FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the S1600 (12MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 18 months after the S1600 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX230 HS matches up vs the S1600 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX230 HS has got outside measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the FujiFilm S1600 has specifications of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS and FujiFilm S1600 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the S1600.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and S1600 is 91 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The image below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and S1600.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The younger SX230 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.