Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm X10
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Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm X10 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
- Announced July 2011
- Old Model is Canon SX210 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 350g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Later Model is Fujifilm X20
Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm X10 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm X10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) is very similar but the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X10 (2/3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SX230 HS was introduced 11 months earlier than the Fujifilm X10 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX230 HS matches up against the Fujifilm X10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm X10 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Fujifilm X10. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Fujifilm X10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Fujifilm X10
SX230 HS | Fujifilm X10 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X10 over the Canon SX230 HS
Fujifilm X10 | SX230 HS | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | July 2011 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm X10
SX230 HS | Fujifilm X10 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm X10 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS has got physical 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) while the Fujifilm X10 has dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm X10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX230 HS against the Fujifilm X10.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm X10 is 91 and 83 respectively.
Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm X10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm X10.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The SX230 HS has got the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh trickier. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm X10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Fujifilm X10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Fujifilm X10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2012-07-11 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | EXR |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS I |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 2/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 85 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 9.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/1000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (70, 30 fps), 320 x 240 (120 fps), 320 x 112 (200 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 223g (0.49 pounds) | 350g (0.77 pounds) |
Dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 245 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | 270 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-5L | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $399 | $600 |