Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W230
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
- 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
- Launched March 2010
(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
- Released February 2009

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W230 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W230, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and W230 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was brought out 14 months after the W230 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC matches up against the W230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W230 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Sony W230
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | W230 | |||
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Released | March 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 14 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
W230 | GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC |
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Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony W230
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | W230 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has got physical measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W230 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and the W230.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and W230 is 85 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and W230.
All in all, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony W230 will resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W230 Specifications
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-03-18 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.5-4.4 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 180 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 355 grams (0.78 lb) | 156 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $349 | $180 |