Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S1

Lets look much closer at the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S1 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 3 years before the Fujifilm S1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX230 HS grades versus the Fujifilm S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS has external measurements 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 S1 has proportions of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SX230 HS vs the Fujifilm S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm S1 is 91 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm S1.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm S1 to provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.