Canon SX230 HS vs Sigma fp

Here is a in-depth review of the Canon SX230 HS and Sigma fp, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and fp (25MP) and the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX230 HS was brought out 9 years prior to the fp and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX230 HS matches up versus the fp in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Sigma fp. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS features exterior dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the fp.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and fp is 91 and 84 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and fp.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX230 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sigma fp will provide greater detail having its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The older SX230 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.