Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm X30

Following is a extended review of the Canon SX230 HS versus Fujifilm X30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is very well matched but the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX230 HS was manufactured 4 years before the Fujifilm X30 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX230 HS scores against the Fujifilm X30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Fujifilm X30. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS has got outside measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X30 has measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS versus Fujifilm X30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the Fujifilm X30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm X30 is 91 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm X30.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The SX230 HS uses the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF harder. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.