Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD
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![Canon PowerShot SX230 HS front Canon PowerShot SX230 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS/Canon-SX230-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Old Model is Canon SX210 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
- Announced February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S2900HD
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon SX230 HS versus FujiFilm S2800HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the S2800HD (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The SX230 HS was brought out 18 months after the S2800HD making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX230 HS scores against the S2800HD when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the FujiFilm S2800HD
SX230 HS | S2800HD | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 18 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Canon SX230 HS
S2800HD | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and FujiFilm S2800HD
SX230 HS | S2800HD | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the FujiFilm S2800HD has proportions of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX230 HS versus FujiFilm S2800HD in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX230 HS versus the S2800HD.
![Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD size comparison Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-S2800HD-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and S2800HD is 91 and 75 respectively.
![Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD top view buttons comparison Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-S2800HD-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and S2800HD.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the FujiFilm S2800HD to deliver extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern SX230 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
![Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD sensor size comparison Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-S2800HD-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-S2800HD-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD |
Also referred to as | - | FinePix S2900HD |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | 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 range | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223 gr (0.49 pounds) | 437 gr (0.96 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $260 |