Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

The following is a extensive review of the Canon SX230 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was launched 19 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX230 HS matches up vs the Galaxy Camera for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS has got physical dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and Galaxy Camera is 91 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and Galaxy Camera.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.