Canon D10 vs Sony W230
89 Imaging
34 Features
23 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
25 Overall
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Canon D10 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 190g - 104 x 67 x 49mm
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced February 2009

Canon D10 vs Sony W230 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon D10 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The D10 was launched 5 months after the W230 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the D10 grades against the W230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon D10 vs Sony W230 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D10 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D10 over the Sony W230
D10 | W230 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Canon D10
W230 | D10 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon D10 and Sony W230
D10 | W230 | |||
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Announced | July 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon D10 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon D10 offers physical measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Canon D10 vs Sony W230 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the D10 compared to the W230.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D10 and W230 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Canon D10 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D10 and W230.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.

Canon D10 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon D10 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot D10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-01 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/5000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190g (0.42 pounds) | 156g (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $180 |