Nikon S230 vs Sony W810

Here is a detailed review of the Nikon S230 and Sony W810, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the S230 (10MP) and W810 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S230 was unveiled 5 years before the W810 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S230 grades vs the W810 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S230 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S230 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S230 enjoys outside measurements 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 Sony W810 has measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S230 versus the W810.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S230 and W810 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S230 and W810.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony W810 to deliver more detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older S230 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.