Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon S30

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX230 HS versus Nikon S30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the S30 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The SX230 HS was revealed 6 months earlier than the S30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX230 HS matches up vs the S30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Nikon Coolpix S30. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Nikon S30 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS has got exterior dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Nikon S30 has dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS versus Nikon S30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX230 HS versus the S30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and S30 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and S30.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX230 HS using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon SX230 HS will produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.