Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm F600 EXR

Here, we are looking at the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm F600 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX230 HS was brought out very close to the Fujifilm F600 EXR which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX230 HS grades vs the Fujifilm F600 EXR in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm F600 EXR has dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm F600 EXR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX230 HS and the Fujifilm F600 EXR.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm F600 EXR is 91 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm F600 EXR.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX230 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm F600 EXR will provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively.