Canon SX230 HS vs Sony W690

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX230 HS versus Sony W690, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and W690 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was announced 7 months before the W690 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the SX230 HS grades vs the W690 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX230 HS versus the W690.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and W690 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The pic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and W690.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W690 to resolve more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be behind in sensor tech.