Nikon S230 vs Sony W350
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Nikon S230 vs Sony W350 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
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010

Nikon S230 vs Sony W350 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Nikon S230 vs Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the S230 (10MP) and W350 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S230 was introduced 11 months before the W350 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S230 matches up versus the W350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S230 vs Sony W350 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S230 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S230 Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Sony W350
S230 | W350 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Nikon S230
W350 | S230 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S230 and Sony W350
S230 | W350 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S230 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S230 features outer dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Sony W350 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Nikon S230 vs Sony W350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S230 compared to the W350.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S230 and W350 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Nikon S230 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S230 and W350.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony W350 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The older S230 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S230 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S230 vs Sony W350 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 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 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 2000 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 115 grams (0.25 lbs) | 117 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 media | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $150 | $200 |