Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FX700

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FX700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was released 13 months later than the FX700 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX230 HS scores vs the FX700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS has external 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) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FX700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX230 HS vs the FX700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and FX700 is 91 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and FX700.

All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FX700 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SX230 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.