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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S70

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28
Nikon Coolpix S230 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S70 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S70 Key Specs

Nikon S230
(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
  • Launched February 2009
Nikon S70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
  • Announced August 2009
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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S70 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon S230 versus Nikon S70, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both built by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S230 (10MP) and the S70 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S230 was brought out 6 months earlier than the S70 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S230 matches up against the S70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Nikon S70

 S230 S70 

Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Nikon S230

 S70 S230 
Display dimensions3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution288k230kClearer display (+58k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S230 and Nikon S70

 S230 S70 
AnnouncedFebruary 2009August 2009Same generation
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S70 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S230 has got physical measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Nikon S70 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the S230 against the S70.

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S70 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S230 and S70 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S70 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S70 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The visual below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S230 and S70.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S70 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively.

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S70 sensor size comparison

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S70 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S230 vs Nikon S70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S230 Portrait photography information
Nikon S70 Portrait photography information
19
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S230 Street photography highlights
Nikon S70 Street photography highlights
57
has image stabilization (Digital)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than average (160 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S230 Sports photography highlights
Nikon S70 Sports photography highlights
26
has image stabilization (Digital)
no shutter priority
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
34
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S230 Travel photography features
Nikon S70 Travel photography features
51
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
MP count low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
56
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average (160 grams)
low MP (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S230 Landscape photography info
Nikon S70 Landscape photography info
31
screen is a good size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Digital)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
37
rather wide (28mm)
very good size screen (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
low MP (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S230 Vlogging highlights
Nikon S70 Vlogging highlights
28
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Digital)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external mic support
30
rather wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone support
more heavy than average (160g)
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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S230 and Nikon S70
 Nikon Coolpix S230Nikon Coolpix S70
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon Coolpix S230 Nikon Coolpix S70
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2009-02-03 2009-08-04
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Expeed
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 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias 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 1600
Maximum boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focusing range 10cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 3.5"
Screen resolution 230k dots 288k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 11.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash options Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported 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 file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 115 grams (0.25 pounds) 160 grams (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID EN-EL10 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (3 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $150 $290