Canon SX230 HS vs Sony A3000

Below, we will be comparing the Canon SX230 HS versus Sony A3000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The SX230 HS was revealed 3 years prior to the A3000 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX230 HS grades versus the A3000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Sony Alpha A3000. The full galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS features external dimensions 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 Sony A3000 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the A3000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and A3000 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and A3000.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX230 HS using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A3000 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.