Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon AW110

The following is a extended assessment of the Canon SX230 HS and Nikon AW110, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and AW110 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was manufactured 23 months prior to the AW110 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX230 HS scores versus the AW110 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Nikon Coolpix AW110. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Nikon AW110 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys physical 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 AW110 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS and Nikon AW110 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX230 HS and the AW110.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and AW110 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and AW110.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon AW110 to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS will be behind in sensor innovation.