Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL30
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Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL30 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
- Released July 2011
- Old Model is Canon SX210 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Also Known as ES15

Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL30 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX230 HS versus Samsung SL30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX230 HS was revealed 2 years later than the SL30 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX230 HS grades versus the SL30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Samsung SL30. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Samsung SL30
SX230 HS | SL30 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 30 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Canon SX230 HS
SL30 | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Samsung SL30
SX230 HS | SL30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS has external dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX230 HS versus Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX230 HS vs the SL30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and SL30 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and SL30.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX230 HS to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX230 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Samsung SL30 |
Otherwise known as | - | ES15 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | 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 | ||
Supported 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223 gr (0.49 pounds) | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $399 | $93 |