Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon L110

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX230 HS and Nikon L110, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the L110 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 18 months later than the L110 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX230 HS grades vs the L110 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Nikon Coolpix L110. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Nikon L110 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS has outer measurements 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 Nikon L110 has dimensions of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs).

Check the Canon SX230 HS and Nikon L110 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS and the L110.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and L110 is 91 and 77 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and L110.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger SX230 HS should have an edge in sensor tech.