Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon SX230 HS and Canon SX200 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX230 HS has external dimensions of 106 x 62 x 33 mm (4.17 x 2.44 x 1.3″) and weighs 223 g (0.49 lb / 7.87 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX200 IS has external dimensions of 103 x 61 x 38 mm (4.06 x 2.4 x 1.5″) and weighs 247 g (0.54 lb / 8.71 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX230 HS and the Canon SX200 IS. Canon SX200 IS is 3mm narrower and 1mm shorter than Canon SX230 HS but it is also 5mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX230 HS and Canon SX200 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX230 HS is 24g lighter than the Canon SX200 IS but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX230 HS nor Canon PowerShot SX200 IS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX230 HS and Canon SX200 IS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.