Nikon S230 vs Nikon S80
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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S80 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 133g - 99 x 63 x 17mm
- Released September 2010
Nikon S230 vs Nikon S80 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S230 versus Nikon S80, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are sold by Nikon. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the S230 (10MP) and S80 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S230 was introduced 19 months prior to the S80 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S230 matches up vs the S80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S230 vs Nikon S80 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S230 and Nikon Coolpix S80. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S230 Gallery and Nikon S80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Nikon S80
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Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Nikon S230
S80 | S230 | |||
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Released | September 2010 | February 2009 | More modern by 19 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 819k | 230k | Clearer screen (+589k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S230 and Nikon S80
S230 | S80 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S230 vs Nikon S80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S230 has outside dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Nikon S80 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S230 versus Nikon S80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S230 versus the S80.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S230 and S80 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S230 vs Nikon S80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S230 and S80.
As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S80 to offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged S230 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Nikon S230 vs Nikon S80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S230 | Nikon Coolpix S80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S230 | Nikon Coolpix S80 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2010-09-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 2000 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 819 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | 1.3 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | 115 grams (0.25 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 150 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $150 | $191 |