Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon S800c

Here is a complete overview of the Canon SX230 HS and Nikon S800c, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and S800c (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was unveiled 18 months prior to the S800c making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX230 HS matches up vs the S800c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX230 HS offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Nikon S800c has sizing of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX230 HS and Nikon S800c in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS against the S800c.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and S800c is 91 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and S800c.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S800c to provide more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SX230 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.