Canon S200 vs Sony W230

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon S200 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the S200 (1/1.7") and W230 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The S200 was unveiled 5 years after the W230 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S200 matches up against the W230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon S200 provides outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S200 compared to the W230.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S200 and W230 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S200 and W230.

Clearly, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S200 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony W230 will produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S200 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.