Canon SX260 HS vs Sony S2000
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Canon SX260 HS vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 231g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Announced June 2012
- Previous Model is Canon SX240 HS
- Updated by Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010
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Following is a complete comparison of the Canon SX260 HS and Sony S2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe SX260 HS was launched 2 years after the S2000 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX260 HS scores versus the S2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon SX260 HS over the Sony S2000
| SX260 HS | S2000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | June 2012 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 30 months |
| Manual focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Canon SX260 HS
| S2000 | SX260 HS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon SX260 HS and Sony S2000
| SX260 HS | S2000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon SX260 HS vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX260 HS against the S2000.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and S2000 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX260 HS vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and S2000.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX260 HS to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher SX260 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX260 HS vs Sony S2000 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Sony |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2012-06-04 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 5 | Bionz |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1200 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 231 gr (0.51 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | ||
| Battery life | 230 images | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NB-6L | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $349 | $225 |
