Nikon L24 vs Sony W230
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95 Imaging
34 Features
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Nikon L24 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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

Nikon L24 vs Sony W230 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon L24 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L24 was brought out 2 years after the W230 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the L24 scores versus the W230 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L24 vs Sony W230 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Sony W230
L24 | W230 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Nikon L24
W230 | L24 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Sony W230
L24 | W230 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L24 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L24 provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Nikon L24 vs Sony W230 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the L24 versus the W230.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and W230 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L24 and W230.
Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon L24 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger L24 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon L24 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L24 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 lbs) | 156 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 shots | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $119 | $180 |