Canon SX230 HS vs Pentax H90

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX230 HS versus Pentax H90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 18 months after the H90 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX230 HS scores vs the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Pentax Optio H90. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS features physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS versus Pentax H90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX230 HS versus the H90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and H90 is 91 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and H90.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of images but you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX230 HS provides a benefit in sensor tech.