Canon SX230 HS vs Olympus SZ-10

Below, we are analyzing the Canon SX230 HS vs Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was launched 6 months later than the SZ-10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX230 HS grades vs the SZ-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Olympus SZ-10. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX230 HS has got outside measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-10 has specifications of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX230 HS vs Olympus SZ-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX230 HS vs the SZ-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and SZ-10 is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and SZ-10.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-10 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively.