Nikon S230 vs Sony WX1

The following is a in-depth review of the Nikon S230 and Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S230 (10MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is pretty close but the S230 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S230 was announced 6 months before the WX1 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the S230 grades versus the WX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S230 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S230 Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S230 offers physical dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S230 versus the WX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S230 and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The picture below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S230 and WX1.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The S230 provides the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF simpler.