Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm F200EXR

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm F200EXR, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm F200EXR (12MP) is fairly comparable but the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F200EXR (1/1.6") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX230 HS was unveiled 2 years later than the Fujifilm F200EXR and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX230 HS grades vs the Fujifilm F200EXR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Fujifilm F200EXR Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX230 HS has got outside dimensions 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 F200EXR has sizing of 98mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm F200EXR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX230 HS vs the Fujifilm F200EXR.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm F200EXR is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm F200EXR.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The SX230 HS features the smaller sensor which should make getting bokeh tougher. The fresher SX230 HS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.