Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm XP90

Lets look a little more in depth at the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm XP90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was launched 5 years earlier than the Fujifilm XP90 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX230 HS matches up against the Fujifilm XP90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Fujifilm XP90. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Fujifilm XP90 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS has got outer dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XP90 has measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX230 HS vs Fujifilm XP90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX230 HS vs the Fujifilm XP90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and Fujifilm XP90 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and Fujifilm XP90.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm XP90 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS will be behind in sensor innovation.