Nikon S230 vs Samsung PL170

In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon S230 and Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the S230 (10MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S230 was manufactured 23 months earlier than the PL170 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the S230 grades vs the PL170 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S230 and Samsung PL170. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S230 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S230 enjoys exterior measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL170 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S230 and Samsung PL170 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the S230 vs the PL170.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S230 and PL170 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S230 and PL170.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung PL170 to result in greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older S230 will be behind in sensor technology.