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Nikon L21 vs Sony S2000

Portability
93
Imaging
31
Features
11
Overall
23
Nikon Coolpix L21 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front
Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Nikon L21 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs

Nikon L21
(Full Review)
  • 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
  • Introduced February 2010
Sony S2000
(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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Nikon L21 vs Sony S2000 Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon L21 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L21 (8MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L21 was brought out about the same time to the S2000 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the L21 scores vs the S2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Sony S2000

 L21 S2000 

Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Nikon L21

 S2000 L21 
Screen dimension3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Common features in the Nikon L21 and Sony S2000

 L21 S2000 
AnnouncedFebruary 2010January 2010Similar generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Nikon L21 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L21 features outside measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and 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).

Take a look at the Nikon L21 versus Sony S2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the L21 and the S2000.

Nikon L21 vs Sony S2000 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L21 and S2000 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L21 vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L21 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L21 and S2000.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony S2000 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.

Nikon L21 vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison

Nikon L21 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L21 vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L21 Portrait photography info
Sony S2000 Portrait photography info
18
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution (8MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
19
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon L21 Street photography info
Sony S2000 Street photography info
46
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
46
no moving screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L21 Sports photography features
Sony S2000 Sports photography features
15
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (8MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,200s)
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L21 Travel photography details
Sony S2000 Travel photography details
50
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low resolution (8 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
50
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
MP count low (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L21 Landscape photography factors
Sony S2000 Landscape photography factors
21
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.5 inches)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (8 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
27
screen is a good size (3 inch)
manual focus not available
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L21 Vlogging highlights
Sony S2000 Vlogging highlights
21
wide angle not great (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone socket
21
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of mic port
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Nikon L21 vs Sony S2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L21 and Sony S2000
 Nikon Coolpix L21Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix L21 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-02-03 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed C2 Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 8MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3648 x 2736 3456 x 2592
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 38-136mm (3.6x) 33-105mm (3.2x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-6.7 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 1 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1200 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 169 gr (0.37 lb) 167 gr (0.37 lb)
Dimensions 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID 2 x AA 2 x AA
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $180 $225