Canon SX230 HS vs Olympus 8000

Its time to look much closer at the Canon SX230 HS versus Olympus 8000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was launched 2 years after the 8000 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX230 HS grades vs the 8000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX230 HS has got outside dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Olympus 8000 has sizing of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS versus Olympus 8000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX230 HS against the 8000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and 8000 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and 8000.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX230 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.