Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z37
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Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Succeeded the Canon SX210 IS
- Updated by Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Launched July 2009

Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm Z37, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX230 HS was launched 2 years after the Fujifilm Z37 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX230 HS matches up against the Fujifilm Z37 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Fujifilm FinePix Z37. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Fujifilm Z37 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Fujifilm Z37
SX230 HS | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 25 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Canon SX230 HS
Fujifilm Z37 | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm Z37
SX230 HS | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS features outside measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z37 has proportions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm Z37 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX230 HS against the Fujifilm Z37.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm Z37 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm Z37.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX230 HS to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The fresher SX230 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2009-07-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 3s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223 gr (0.49 lbs) | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $399 | $130 |