Canon SX230 HS vs Kodak M550

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX230 HS vs Kodak M550, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the M550 (12MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was announced 19 months after the M550 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX230 HS scores against the M550 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Kodak EasyShare M550. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Kodak M550 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS offers physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Kodak M550 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS vs Kodak M550 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX230 HS against the M550.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and M550 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and M550.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should really consider the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SX230 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.