Nikon S6200 vs Sony W230

Below, we are matching up the Nikon S6200 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was introduced 2 years later than the W230 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S6200 grades against the W230 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S6200 comes with external dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6200 vs Sony W230 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S6200 compared to the W230.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and W230 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The visual here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6200 and W230.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S6200 to deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern S6200 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.