Samsung NX10 vs Sony W230
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Samsung NX10 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Announced April 2010
- Newer Model is Samsung NX11
(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
- Announced February 2009
Samsung NX10 vs Sony W230 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX10 and Sony W230, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the NX10 (15MP) and W230 (12MP) and the NX10 (APS-C) and W230 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe NX10 was launched 14 months after the W230 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the NX10 scores against the W230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX10 vs Sony W230 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX10 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX10 over the Sony W230
NX10 | W230 | |||
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Announced | April 2010 | February 2009 | More modern by 14 months | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Crisper screen (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Samsung NX10
W230 | NX10 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX10 and Sony W230
NX10 | W230 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Samsung NX10 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX10 comes with outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony W230 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX10 and Sony W230 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the NX10 versus the W230.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX10 and W230 is 80 and 95 respectively.
Samsung NX10 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX10 and W230.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX10 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung NX10 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher NX10 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX10 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Samsung NX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-04-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIM Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 4cm |
Available lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 614 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 499g (1.10 lb) | 156g (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 572 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP1130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $626 | $180 |