Canon SX230 HS vs Sony TX9

Below is a complete review of the Canon SX230 HS vs Sony TX9, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 13 months later than the TX9 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX230 HS grades versus the TX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS vs Sony TX9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX230 HS and the TX9.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and TX9 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and TX9.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer SX230 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.