Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000
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![Canon PowerShot SX230 HS front Canon PowerShot SX230 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS/Canon-SX230-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 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
- Earlier Model is Canon SX210 IS
- Updated by Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 659g - 123 x 89 x 123mm
- Announced January 2013
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Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The SX230 HS was introduced 17 months prior to the Fujifilm SL1000 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX230 HS matches up versus the Fujifilm SL1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Fujifilm FinePix SL1000. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Fujifilm SL1000
SX230 HS | Fujifilm SL1000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL1000 over the Canon SX230 HS
Fujifilm SL1000 | SX230 HS | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 17 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper display (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm SL1000
SX230 HS | Fujifilm SL1000 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS has exterior 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) whilst the Fujifilm SL1000 has proportions of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") and a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs).
Check the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX230 HS and the Fujifilm SL1000.
![Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 size comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-SL1000-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm SL1000 is 91 and 61 respectively.
![Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 top view buttons comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-SL1000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm SL1000.
All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm SL1000 to provide greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SX230 HS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 sensor size comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-SL1000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-SL1000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 0cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 920 thousand dot |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 223g (0.49 lb) | 659g (1.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 123 x 89 x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 350 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $399 | $600 |