Canon 90D vs Nikon S230
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Canon 90D vs Nikon S230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 33MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 701g - 141 x 105 x 77mm
- Introduced August 2019
- Older Model is Canon 80D
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2009

Canon 90D vs Nikon S230 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Canon 90D vs Nikon S230, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and S230 (10MP) and the 90D (APS-C) and S230 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

The 90D was brought out 10 years later than the S230 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 90D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon S230 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 90D grades vs the S230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 90D vs Nikon S230 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 90D & Nikon Coolpix S230. The entire galleries are available at Canon 90D Gallery & Nikon S230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 90D over the Nikon S230
90D | S230 | |||
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Launched | August 2019 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 129 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Canon 90D
S230 | 90D |
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Common features in the Canon 90D and Nikon S230
90D | S230 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon 90D vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 90D offers exterior measurements of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Nikon S230 has measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 90D vs Nikon S230 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the 90D versus the S230.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 90D and S230 is 60 and 96 respectively.

Canon 90D vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 90D and S230.
As you can see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 90D due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Canon 90D will render greater detail having its extra 23MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent 90D will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 90D vs Nikon S230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 90D vs Nikon S230 Specifications
Canon EOS 90D | Nikon Coolpix S230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 90D | Nikon Coolpix S230 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2019-08-28 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 8 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 33MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6960 x 4640 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 2000 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | - |
Cross type focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Total lenses | 326 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (With USB-PD compatible chargers) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 701 gr (1.55 lb) | 115 gr (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 141 x 105 x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1300 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E6N | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $1,199 | $150 |