Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon P80

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon SX230 HS and Nikon P80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the P80 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was announced 2 years later than the P80 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX230 HS grades against the P80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Nikon Coolpix P80. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Nikon P80 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS has exterior dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Nikon P80 has proportions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the P80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and P80 is 91 and 75 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and P80.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX230 HS to provide extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger SX230 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.