Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD

Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm S2000HD (10MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was unveiled 2 years after the Fujifilm S2000HD which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S2000HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX230 HS scores versus the Fujifilm S2000HD in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS features physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Fujifilm S2000HD has measurements of 111mm x 79mm x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS vs the Fujifilm S2000HD.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD is 91 and 75 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX230 HS to resolve more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher SX230 HS should have an advantage in sensor technology.