Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm S9200

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm S9200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was brought out 3 years prior to the Fujifilm S9200 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX230 HS grades against the Fujifilm S9200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S9200. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S9200 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9200 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm S9200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX230 HS versus the Fujifilm S9200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm S9200 is 91 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm S9200.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S9200 to give you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.