Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon P900

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX230 HS versus Nikon P900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and P900 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was brought out 4 years earlier than the P900 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX230 HS grades versus the P900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Nikon Coolpix P900. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Nikon P900 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX230 HS features exterior dimensions 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 P900 has sizing of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") along with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX230 HS versus Nikon P900 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SX230 HS vs the P900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and P900 is 91 and 52 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and P900.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon P900 to offer more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.