Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung NX100

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung NX100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is pretty close but the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The SX230 HS was brought out 11 months later than the NX100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX230 HS matches up vs the NX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS features physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung NX100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the NX100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and NX100 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and NX100.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX230 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX100 will provide you with more detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer SX230 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.