Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z30

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX230 HS versus Fujifilm Z30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was announced 2 years later than the Fujifilm Z30 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX230 HS grades against the Fujifilm Z30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS has got outer dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Fujifilm Z30 has measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check the Canon SX230 HS versus Fujifilm Z30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX230 HS against the Fujifilm Z30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm Z30 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm Z30.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX230 HS to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX230 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.