Canon SX230 HS vs Pentax W80

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX230 HS and Pentax W80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 2 years later than the W80 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX230 HS matches up against the W80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Pentax Optio W80. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS offers outside dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS and Pentax W80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS versus the W80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and W80 is 91 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and W80.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX230 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.