Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202
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![Canon PowerShot SX230 HS front Canon PowerShot SX230 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS/Canon-SX230-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Replaced the Canon SX210 IS
- New Model is Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Other Name is PL50
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Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Canon SX230 HS versus Samsung SL202, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SX230 HS was brought out 2 years after the SL202 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX230 HS matches up versus the SL202 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Samsung SL202
SX230 HS | SL202 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Canon SX230 HS
SL202 | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Samsung SL202
SX230 HS | SL202 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys external 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 SL202 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX230 HS versus Samsung SL202 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX230 HS versus the SL202.
![Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 size comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Samsung-SL202-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and SL202 is 91 and 94 respectively.
![Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 top view buttons comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Samsung-SL202-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and SL202.
To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX230 HS to give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger SX230 HS will have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 sensor size comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Samsung-SL202-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Samsung-SL202-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Samsung SL202 |
Alternate name | - | PL50 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 223g (0.49 lbs) | 168g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $399 | $140 |