Canon SX260 HS vs Sony W230

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX260 HS and Sony W230, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was announced 3 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX260 HS scores vs the W230 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS features outer dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX260 HS and Sony W230 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX260 HS versus the W230.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and W230 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and W230.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger SX260 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.