Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon A900

Here is a in depth review of the Canon SX230 HS versus Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and A900 (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was announced 5 years before the A900 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX230 HS grades versus the A900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Nikon Coolpix A900. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX230 HS features 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) and the Nikon A900 has sizing of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS against the A900.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and A900 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and A900.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon A900 to produce greater detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The older SX230 HS will be behind in sensor technology.