Kodak C135 vs Sony W230
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Kodak C135 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Launched January 2012
(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
- Revealed February 2009

Kodak C135 vs Sony W230 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Kodak C135 vs Sony W230, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the C135 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The C135 was introduced 2 years later than the W230 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the C135 scores against the W230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak C135 vs Sony W230 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare C135 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are available at Kodak C135 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak C135 over the Sony W230
C135 | W230 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Kodak C135
W230 | C135 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Sharper display (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak C135 and Sony W230
C135 | W230 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Kodak C135 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak C135 has outer dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak C135 vs Sony W230 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the C135 against the W230.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the C135 and W230 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Kodak C135 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the C135 and W230.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Kodak C135 to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer C135 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Kodak C135 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak C135 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare C135 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
Model | Kodak EasyShare C135 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1250 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.4" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 112k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lb) | 156 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $180 |