Nikon AW120 vs Sony S2000

Here is a complete comparison of the Nikon AW120 and Sony S2000, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the AW120 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was released 4 years later than the S2000 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the AW120 matches up versus the S2000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW120 features external dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the AW120 versus the S2000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and S2000.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon AW120 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern AW120 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.