Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD

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.

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.

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.

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.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and S2800HD is 91 and 75 respectively.

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.