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Nikon AW110 vs Sony S2000

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39
Nikon Coolpix AW110 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front
Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Nikon AW110 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs

Nikon AW110
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
  • 193g - 110 x 65 x 25mm
  • Released July 2013
  • Previous Model is Nikon AW100
  • Renewed by Nikon AW120
Sony S2000
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
  • Released January 2010
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Nikon AW110 vs Sony S2000 Overview

Following is a in depth review of the Nikon AW110 versus Sony S2000, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the AW110 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was unveiled 3 years after the S2000 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the AW110 grades versus the S2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon AW110 over the Sony S2000

 AW110 S2000 
ReleasedJuly 2013January 2010More modern by 43 months
Focus manually Very precise focus
Display resolution614k230kSharper display (+384k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Nikon AW110

 S2000 AW110 

Common features in the Nikon AW110 and Sony S2000

 AW110 S2000 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Nikon AW110 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW110 features outside measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the AW110 vs the S2000.

Nikon AW110 vs Sony S2000 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the AW110 and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Nikon AW110 vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison

Nikon AW110 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the AW110 and S2000.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon AW110 to offer extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern AW110 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon AW110 vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison

Nikon AW110 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon AW110 vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon AW110 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony S2000 as a Portrait photography camera
40
focusing manually
MP count good (16MP)
includes face detection autofocus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
19
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon AW110
Street photography with Sony S2000
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
46
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon AW110 Sports photography details
Sony S2000 Sports photography details
48
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
16
max shutter speed is low (1/1,200 seconds)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon AW110 as a Travel photography camera
Sony S2000 as a Travel photography camera
67
environment proofing
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
50
flash built-in
no Timelapse mode
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon AW110 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony S2000 as a Landscape photography camera
49
focusing manually
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
lack of Timelapse recording
27
decent sized screen (3 inches)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon AW110 Vlogging details
Sony S2000 Vlogging details
33
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of external microphone jack
21
wide angle not great (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
no external microphone support
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Nikon AW110 vs Sony S2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon AW110 and Sony S2000
 Nikon Coolpix AW110Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix AW110 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2013-07-05 2010-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 3456 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 33-105mm (3.2x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.8 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 614k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech OLED monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 1s
Max shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1200s
Continuous shutter rate 8.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.20 m 3.30 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 193 grams (0.43 pounds) 167 grams (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 65 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") 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 250 pictures -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL12 2 x AA
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC/SDXC Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at release $250 $225