Nikon S230 vs Sony W330
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Nikon S230 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2010
Nikon S230 vs Sony W330 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S230 versus Sony W330, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the S230 (10MP) and W330 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe S230 was released 11 months earlier than the W330 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S230 grades vs the W330 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S230 vs Sony W330 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S230 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S230 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Sony W330
S230 | W330 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Nikon S230
W330 | S230 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | February 2009 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S230 and Sony W330
S230 | W330 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S230 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S230 enjoys outside dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sony W330 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S230 versus Sony W330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S230 and the W330.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S230 and W330 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S230 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S230 and W330.
Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W330 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged S230 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon S230 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S230 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 2000 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 115 grams (0.25 lb) | 128 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $150 | $170 |