Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FX90

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX230 HS and Panasonic FX90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was brought out within a month of the FX90 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX230 HS matches up against the FX90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS features external measurements 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 Panasonic FX90 has proportions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX230 HS and Panasonic FX90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SX230 HS against the FX90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and FX90 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and FX90.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos however you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration.