Nikon L810 vs Sony S2000
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Nikon L810 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Newer Model is Nikon L820
(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
- Launched January 2010

Nikon L810 vs Sony S2000 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Nikon L810 vs Sony S2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L810 was manufactured 2 years after the S2000 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the L810 matches up against the S2000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L810 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Sony S2000
L810 | S2000 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 26 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Nikon L810
S2000 | L810 |
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Common features in the Nikon L810 and Sony S2000
L810 | S2000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon L810 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L810 comes with external dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L810 vs Sony S2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the L810 and the S2000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L810 and S2000 is 74 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and S2000.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon L810 to offer more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern L810 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon L810 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.2 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430g (0.95 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 300 images | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $280 | $225 |