Nikon S9700 vs Sony W230

Here is a complete review of the Nikon S9700 versus Sony W230, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the S9700 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was released 5 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the S9700 grades against the W230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9700 provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony W230 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S9700 versus Sony W230 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S9700 and the W230.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and W230 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9700 and W230.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon S9700 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger S9700 should have an edge in sensor tech.