Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z300

Following is a extended overview of the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was manufactured 2 years after the Fujifilm Z300 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm Z300 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX230 HS grades versus the Fujifilm Z300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Fujifilm FinePix Z300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Fujifilm Z300 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS features 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) whilst the Fujifilm Z300 has measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX230 HS and the Fujifilm Z300.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm Z300 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The image underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm Z300.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX230 HS to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern SX230 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.