Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon L22

Lets look a little more closely at the Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon L22, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the L22 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 18 months after the L22 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX230 HS scores versus the L22 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Nikon Coolpix L22. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Nikon L22 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon L22 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon L22 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX230 HS vs the L22.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and L22 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and L22.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX230 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.