Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm A100

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm A100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was launched 2 years later than the Fujifilm A100 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX230 HS grades vs the Fujifilm A100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Fujifilm FinePix A100. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Fujifilm A100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS has exterior 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) while the Fujifilm A100 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX230 HS and the Fujifilm A100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm A100 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm A100.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX230 HS to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer SX230 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.