About this model
The Canon PowerShot SX230 HS is a compact superzoom built for travel. Its 14x optical zoom covers a wide 28mm view through to a long 392mm telephoto, so you can shoot landscapes and distant subjects with one pocketable camera, and optical image stabilisation helps keep handheld shots sharp at the long end. The 12.1-megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor works with Canon's DIGIC 4 processor for responsive shooting and Full HD 1080p video, and a built-in GPS can tag photos with where they were taken. A 3-inch LCD, manual exposure modes and a metal-bodied design round out a versatile everyday camera.
Key specs
| Type | Compact superzoom digital camera |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 12.1MP back-illuminated CMOS |
| Processor | DIGIC 4 |
| Lens | 14x optical zoom, 28–392mm equivalent |
| Aperture | f/3.1–5.9 |
| Image stabilisation | Optical (lens-shift) |
| Video | Full HD 1080p |
| Screen | 3-inch LCD |
| GPS | Built-in GPS for geotagging |
| Battery | Canon NB-5L |
Compatibility
Uses the Canon NB-5L rechargeable battery and SD, SDHC or SDXC cards. Photos and video can be transferred by removing the card or connecting via USB; there is no Wi-Fi on this model.
Questions about this model
How much zoom does the Canon SX230 HS have?
It has a 14x optical zoom, equivalent to 28–392mm on a full-frame camera, with optical image stabilisation.
Does the SX230 HS shoot video?
Yes, it records Full HD 1080p video.
Does the SX230 HS have GPS?
Yes, it has built-in GPS that can tag photos with their location.
