Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon S8100

The following is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX230 HS versus Nikon S8100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was announced 11 months after the S8100 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX230 HS scores versus the S8100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS has physical 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) while the Nikon S8100 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS versus Nikon S8100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX230 HS against the S8100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and S8100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and S8100.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should really take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX230 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.