Nikon L110 vs Sony W230
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35 Features
28 Overall
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![Nikon Coolpix L110 front Nikon Coolpix L110 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L110/Nikon-L110-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W230/Sony-W230-front.jpg)
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35 Features
25 Overall
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Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Superseded the Nikon L100
- Successor is Nikon L120
(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
- Released February 2009
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Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon L110 versus Sony W230, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L110 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The L110 was introduced 12 months after the W230 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the L110 scores against the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L110 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L110 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Sony W230
L110 | W230 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Nikon L110
W230 | L110 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon L110 and Sony W230
L110 | W230 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L110 enjoys physical dimensions of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Nikon L110 versus Sony W230 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the L110 versus the W230.
![Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 size comparison Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L110-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W230-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L110 and W230 is 77 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 top view buttons comparison Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L110-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W230-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The image below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L110 and W230.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files but you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer L110 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
![Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 sensor size comparison Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L110-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W230-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L110-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W230-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L110 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L110 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L110 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 13.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | 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 | 406 grams (0.90 pounds) | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") | 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 | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $280 | $180 |