Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510
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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)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W510/Sony-W510-front.jpg)
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Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 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
- Launched July 2011
- Earlier Model is Canon SX210 IS
- Updated by Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011
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Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon SX230 HS and Sony W510, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SX230 HS was manufactured 7 months after the W510 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX230 HS matches up versus the W510 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Sony W510
SX230 HS | W510 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 7 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Canon SX230 HS
W510 | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Sony W510
SX230 HS | W510 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX230 HS features external measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony W510 has specifications of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX230 HS and Sony W510 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX230 HS against the W510.
![Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 size comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W510-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and W510 is 91 and 96 respectively.
![Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 top view buttons comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W510-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and W510.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SX230 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 sensor size comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W510-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W510 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W510-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
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 Sony W510 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 2.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 223 gr (0.49 lb) | 119 gr (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $399 | $99 |