Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung GX-1S

Here is a complete comparison of the Canon SX230 HS versus Samsung GX-1S, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The SX230 HS was brought out 5 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX230 HS matches up versus the GX-1S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX230 HS vs the GX-1S.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and GX-1S is 91 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and GX-1S.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX230 HS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Canon SX230 HS will provide you with greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX230 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.