Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD 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
- Launched July 2011
- Replaced the Canon SX210 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S2600HD

Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Canon SX230 HS versus FujiFilm S2500HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the S2500HD (12MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX230 HS was unveiled 13 months after the S2500HD making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX230 HS grades vs the S2500HD with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the FujiFilm S2500HD
SX230 HS | S2500HD | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 13 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Canon SX230 HS
S2500HD | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and FujiFilm S2500HD
SX230 HS | S2500HD | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX230 HS has external measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the FujiFilm S2500HD has sizing of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
Check the Canon SX230 HS versus FujiFilm S2500HD in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX230 HS vs the S2500HD.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and S2500HD is 91 and 78 respectively.

Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and S2500HD.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger SX230 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD |
Also referred to as | - | FinePix S2600HD |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223 grams (0.49 lb) | 337 grams (0.74 lb) |
Dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $399 | $200 |