Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S4500
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Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S4500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
- Superseded the Canon SX210 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Launched January 2012

Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S4500 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm S4500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX230 HS was released 5 months before the Fujifilm S4500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX230 HS scores against the Fujifilm S4500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S4500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S4500. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S4500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Fujifilm S4500
SX230 HS | Fujifilm S4500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4500 over the Canon SX230 HS
Fujifilm S4500 | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm S4500
SX230 HS | Fujifilm S4500 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S4500 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS has outer dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Fujifilm S4500 has dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm S4500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS versus the Fujifilm S4500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm S4500 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S4500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm S4500.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm S4500 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S4500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S4500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S4500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S4500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2012-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 223 grams (0.49 pounds) | 543 grams (1.20 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | 300 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-5L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $399 | $230 |