Nikon Z6 II vs Sony W230

Here is a thorough analysis of the Nikon Z6 II vs Sony W230, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and W230 (12MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and W230 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z6 II was released 11 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Z6 II scores versus the W230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II offers external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Sony W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Z6 II versus the W230.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and W230 is 61 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and W230.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.