Samsung NX10 vs Sony W230

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.