Nikon D300S vs Sony W230
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Nikon D300S vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 938g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Revealed November 2009
- Superseded the Nikon D300
- New Model is Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009
Nikon D300S vs Sony W230 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon D300S vs Sony W230, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the D300S (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the D300S (APS-C) and W230 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe D300S was revealed 10 months after the W230 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D300S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the D300S grades versus the W230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D300S vs Sony W230 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D300S & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D300S Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D300S over the Sony W230
D300S | W230 | |||
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Launched | November 2009 | February 2009 | Newer by 10 months | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Nikon D300S
W230 | D300S |
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Common features in the Nikon D300S and Sony W230
D300S | W230 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D300S vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D300S provides exterior dimensions of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs) and the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D300S vs Sony W230 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the D300S versus the W230.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the D300S and W230 is 55 and 95 respectively.
Nikon D300S vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D300S and W230.
As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The D300S provides the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The younger D300S will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon D300S vs Sony W230 Specifications
Nikon D300S | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon D300S | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-11-16 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 4cm |
Available lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 938g (2.07 lbs) | 156g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 70 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 787 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 950 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL3e | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash Type I/SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Two | Single |
Price at release | $1,630 | $180 |