Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FZ150

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon SX230 HS versus Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was brought out 8 months earlier than the FZ150 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX230 HS matches up vs the FZ150 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX230 HS comes with external measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX230 HS versus Panasonic FZ150 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the FZ150.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and FZ150 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and FZ150.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos however you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.