Testseek.co.uk have collected 76 expert reviews of the Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS.
April 2011
(79%)
76 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(89%)
167 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
79010076
The editors liked
Long 14x optical zoom
Very effective optical image stabiliser
Good low-light performance
1080p video
Large 3-inch LCD screen
Excellent overall image quality (sharpness
Sensitivity)
Sharp 1080p video with decent functions (zoom etc.)
Audio quality (stereo effect in particular)
Highend build and advanced settings (PSAM
Manual focusing)
Clear
Simple interface in Auto modes
Excellent image quality with a good level of sharpness and detail overall
As well as excellent stereo sound quality when shooting Full HD movies. The array of exposure modes on offer is excellent
As is the focal length range offered by the 14x optical zoom lens
Stunning picture quality
Image quality
Ease of use
Massive focal range
The editors didn't like
Poorly positioned pop-up flash
Expensive
Heavy
GPS feature drains battery quickly
Could be more responsive
Poor battery life
Annoying popup flash
Battery life is pretty poor and the constant battle with the pop-up flash can get a little tiresome. Results from the GPS system are patchy
With the camera struggling to find a lock when not out in an open space
The SX230 is voted off the island.At the time of this writing, the PowerShot SX230 HS has already been replaced by the SX260 HS. The newer model is $50 more, and we recommend either saving up the extra cash or, if you're a really thorough shopper, waiting...
Abstract: The Canon SX230 HS is the 2011 update to Canon's line of compact travel-zoom cameras, combining GPS functionality, a 12.1-megapixel CMOS image sensor, and 14x optical zoom lens in a slim body. The camera benefits from optical image stabilization, features...
Abstract: The Canon SX230 HS is the 2011 update to Canon's line of compact travel-zoom cameras, combining GPS functionality, a 12.1-megapixel CMOS image sensor, and 14x optical zoom lens in a slim body. The camera benefits from optical image stabilization, features...
This is a practical and affordable travel compact with plenty of features to keep the more advanced user occupied.It would be nice to see a more extensive aperture range, greater ISO span and performance, as well as the inclusion of raw capture but, as po...
No ability to record Raw files, No finger grip, GPS is a drain on battery
The SX230 offers three metering options: evaluative, centre-weighted and spot. All have their uses and all prove accurate. When used on evaluative metering there is a slight tendency for the SX230 to overexpose, especially when faced with high contrast sc...
Excellent image quality with a good level of sharpness and detail overall, as well as excellent stereo sound quality when shooting Full HD movies. The array of exposure modes on offer is excellent, as is the focal length range offered by the 14x optical zoom lens
Battery life is pretty poor and the constant battle with the pop-up flash can get a little tiresome. Results from the GPS system are patchy, with the camera struggling to find a lock when not out in an open space
This stout compact may not be the prettiest thing to look at, but it won't let you down when it comes to image quality...
The Canon PowerShot SX230 HS is an extremely versatile, capable and feature-packed compact superzoom. If you don't need the GPS feature, though, you'll be able to find a similar camera for less money....
Excellent overall image quality (sharpness, sensitivity), Sharp 1080p video with decent functions (zoom etc.), Audio quality (stereo effect in particular), Highend build and advanced settings (PSAM, manual focusing), Clear, simple interface in Auto modes
Could be more responsive, Poor battery life, Annoying popup flash
The Canon PowerShot SX230 HS is a very good camera indeed. It takes high-quality photos, films great video, and the interface and controls are nicely designed. It's just a shame about the battery life, which lasts well under 300 photos (even without th...
