Canon SX230 HS vs Olympus 7040

Let's look closer at the Canon SX230 HS versus Olympus 7040, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was manufactured 19 months later than the 7040 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX230 HS matches up against the 7040 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Olympus Stylus 7040. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Olympus 7040 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS has got external dimensions 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 7040 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the 7040.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and 7040 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and 7040.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Olympus 7040 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer SX230 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.