Nikon S230 vs Sony TX200V

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon S230 vs Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the S230 (10MP) and TX200V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S230 was released 4 years before the TX200V which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S230 matches up against the TX200V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S230 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S230 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S230 provides external 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) while the Sony TX200V has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S230 vs Sony TX200V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S230 against the TX200V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S230 and TX200V is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S230 and TX200V.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony TX200V to show greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S230 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.