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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S570

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28
Nikon Coolpix S230 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S570 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S570 Key Specs

Nikon S230
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 2000
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2009
Nikon S570
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
  • 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
  • Announced August 2009
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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S570 Overview

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S230 versus Nikon S570, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the S230 (10MP) and the S570 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S230 was revealed 6 months earlier than the S570 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S230 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon S570 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S230 matches up versus the S570 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Nikon S570

 S230 S570 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Nikon S230

 S570 S230 

Common features in the Nikon S230 and Nikon S570

 S230 S570 
AnnouncedFebruary 2009August 2009Same generation
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S570 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S230 enjoys physical 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) and the Nikon S570 has proportions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S230 against the S570.

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S570 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S230 and S570 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S570 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S570 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The image here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S230 and S570.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S570 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S570 sensor size comparison

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S570 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S230 Portrait photography information
Nikon S570 Portrait photography information
19
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
MP count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
20
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S230 Street photography advice
Nikon S570 Street photography advice
57
image stabilization (Digital)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
47
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S230 Sports photography advice
Nikon S570 Sports photography advice
26
image stabilization (Digital)
no shutter priority
MP count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
17
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S230
Travel photography with Nikon S570
51
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
MP count low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
58
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
low resolution (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S230
Landscape photography with Nikon S570
31
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Digital)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Timelapse recording
27
decently wide (28mm)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S230 Vlogging details
Nikon S570 Vlogging details
28
touchscreen
image stabilization (Digital)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of microphone support
25
decently wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic jack
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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S570 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S230 and Nikon S570
 Nikon Coolpix S230Nikon Coolpix S570
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon Coolpix S230 Nikon Coolpix S570
Class Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-02-03 2009-08-04
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Expeed
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 2000 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.7-6.6
Macro focus distance 10cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 11.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash settings Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 115g (0.25 lb) 140g (0.31 lb)
Physical dimensions 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" 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 EN-EL10 EN-EL10
Self timer Yes (3 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $150 $180