Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S230
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Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2009
Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S230 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S1100pj versus Nikon S230, both Ultracompact cameras and both are produced by Nikon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the S1100pj (14MP) and S230 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S1100pj was announced 19 months after the S230 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S1100pj matches up against the S230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S230 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1100pj and Nikon Coolpix S230. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S1100pj Gallery and Nikon S230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Nikon S230
S1100pj | S230 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | February 2009 | More modern by 19 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Nikon S1100pj
S230 | S1100pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1100pj and Nikon S230
S1100pj | S230 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1100pj comes with physical dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon S230 has measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S1100pj versus Nikon S230 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S1100pj against the S230.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S1100pj and S230 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1100pj and S230.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S1100pj to result in extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent S1100pj will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S230 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | Nikon Coolpix S230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | Nikon Coolpix S230 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-08-17 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
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 | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 2000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) | 115 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | EN-EL12 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $399 | $150 |