Nikon S01 vs Nikon S230

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon S01 versus Nikon S230, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. The image resolution of the S01 (10MP) and the S230 (10MP) is fairly close but the S01 (1/2.9") and S230 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The S01 was launched 4 years later than the S230 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S01 scores vs the S230 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S01 and Nikon Coolpix S230. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S01 Gallery and Nikon S230 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S01 has got physical dimensions of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs) whilst the Nikon S230 has specifications of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S01 versus Nikon S230 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S01 against the S230.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S01 and S230 is 97 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S01 and S230.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same MP but not the same sensor measurements. The S01 offers the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field more difficult. The more modern S01 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.