Sony A200 vs Sony A230
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Sony A200 vs Sony A230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Announced July 2008
- Successor is Sony A230
(Full Review)
Sony A200 vs Sony A230 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Sony A200 vs Sony A230, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. The resolution of the A200 (10MP) and the A230 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe A200 was launched 10 months before the A230 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the A200 matches up against the A230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A200 vs Sony A230 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A200 Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Sony A230
A200 | A230 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A230 over the Sony A200
A230 | A200 | |||
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Released | May 2009 | July 2008 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Sony A200 and Sony A230
A200 | A230 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Sony A200 vs Sony A230 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Sony A200 offers external measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs) and the Sony A230 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).
Look at the Sony A200 vs Sony A230 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the A200 and the A230.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A200 and A230 is 66 and 69 respectively.
Sony A200 vs Sony A230 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A200 and A230.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older A200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Sony A200 vs Sony A230 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2008-07-17 | 2009-05-18 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 143 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 572 gr (1.26 lb) | 490 gr (1.08 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 128 x 97 x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.3 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | 521 | 531 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $100 | $569 |