Nikon L110 vs Sony S2100
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Nikon L110 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
- Announced February 2010
- Replaced the Nikon L100
- Updated by Nikon L120
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 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

Nikon L110 vs Sony S2100 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon L110 vs Sony S2100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L110 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L110 was brought out within a month of the S2100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the L110 scores against the S2100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L110 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L110 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L110 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Sony S2100
L110 | S2100 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Nikon L110
S2100 | L110 |
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Common features in the Nikon L110 and Sony S2100
L110 | S2100 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon L110 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L110 offers outside measurements of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L110 vs Sony S2100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the L110 compared to the S2100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L110 and S2100 is 77 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L110 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L110 and S2100.
All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you will need to take the age of the cameras into account.

Nikon L110 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L110 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L110 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L110 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 13.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 406g (0.90 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") | 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 model | 4 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $280 | $0 |