Sony A230 vs Sony RX100 IV
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Sony A230 vs Sony RX100 IV Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 298g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Launched June 2015
- Older Model is Sony RX100 III
- Replacement is Sony RX100 V
Sony A230 vs Sony RX100 IV Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Sony A230 versus Sony RX100 IV, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the A230 (10MP) and RX100 IV (20MP) and the A230 (APS-C) and RX100 IV (1") use totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe A230 was announced 7 years before the RX100 IV and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the A230 matches up vs the RX100 IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A230 vs Sony RX100 IV Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Sony A230 Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A230 over the Sony RX100 IV
A230 | RX100 IV |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 IV over the Sony A230
RX100 IV | A230 | |||
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Launched | June 2015 | May 2009 | Fresher by 73 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony A230 and Sony RX100 IV
A230 | RX100 IV | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Sony A230 vs Sony RX100 IV Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony A230 enjoys exterior dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 IV has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check out the Sony A230 versus Sony RX100 IV in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A230 vs the RX100 IV.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A230 and RX100 IV is 69 and 89 respectively.
Sony A230 vs Sony RX100 IV Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A230 and RX100 IV.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A230 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony RX100 IV will offer greater detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The older A230 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Sony A230 vs Sony RX100 IV Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-05-18 | 2015-06-10 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 16.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 490g (1.08 lb) | 298g (0.66 lb) |
Dimensions | 128 x 97 x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.3 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.4 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | 531 | 562 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | 280 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FH50 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $569 | $898 |