Sigma SD10 vs Sony W230
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Sigma SD10 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Raise to 1600)
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Released March 2004
- Previous Model is Sigma SD9
- New Model is Sigma SD14
(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
- Revealed February 2009
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Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Sigma SD10 and Sony W230, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SD10 (3MP) and W230 (12MP) and the SD10 (APS-C) and W230 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SD10 was announced 5 years prior to the W230 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SD10 scores vs the W230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD10 over the Sony W230
| SD10 | W230 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Sigma SD10
| W230 | SD10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2009 |  | March 2004 | More recent by 59 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 130k | Crisper screen (+100k dot) |
Common features in the Sigma SD10 and Sony W230
| SD10 | W230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Sigma SD10 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma SD10 features physical dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) while the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SD10 vs the W230.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD10 and W230 is 54 and 95 respectively.
Sigma SD10 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD10 and W230.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SD10 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony W230 will deliver greater detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older SD10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Sigma SD10 vs Sony W230 Specifications
| Sigma SD10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Sigma | Sony |
| Model | Sigma SD10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2004-03-19 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 285.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 3MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 2268 x 1512 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 1600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Sigma SA | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/2.8-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 4cm |
| Amount of lenses | 76 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.7 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 1.8 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 130k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 98 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | - | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | None | 640x480 |
| Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 950 gr (2.09 pounds) | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") | 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | Compact Flash Type I or II | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $198 | $180 |