Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic SZ5

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon SX230 HS and Panasonic SZ5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The SX230 HS was introduced 12 months prior to the SZ5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX230 HS grades vs the SZ5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS has exterior dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX230 HS and Panasonic SZ5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS vs the SZ5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and SZ5 is 91 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and SZ5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic SZ5 to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be behind in sensor tech.