Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm XP80

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm XP80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was brought out 4 years prior to the Fujifilm XP80 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX230 HS matches up against the Fujifilm XP80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Fujifilm XP80. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Fujifilm XP80 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX230 HS comes with outer 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 XP80 has specifications of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Canon SX230 HS and Fujifilm XP80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the Fujifilm XP80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm XP80 is 91 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm XP80.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP80 to give greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.