Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S4200

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon SX230 HS versus Fujifilm S4200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was unveiled 5 months prior to the Fujifilm S4200 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX230 HS scores vs the Fujifilm S4200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S4200. The full galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S4200 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS has got 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 S4200 has proportions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS versus Fujifilm S4200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX230 HS versus the Fujifilm S4200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm S4200 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm S4200.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S4200 to offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively.