Nikon S100 vs Sony S2000
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Nikon S100 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Announced August 2011
(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
- Launched January 2010

Nikon S100 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Nikon S100 vs Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S100 was announced 20 months after the S2000 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S100 scores vs the S2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S100 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Sony S2000
S100 | S2000 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 20 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 820k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+590k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Nikon S100
S2000 | S100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S100 and Sony S2000
S100 | S2000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon S100 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 provides outside measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S100 vs Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S100 compared to the S2000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and S2000 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S100 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and S2000.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S100 to offer greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer S100 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Nikon S100 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S100 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | 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 | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 820k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Organic LED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 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 | 150 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $240 | $225 |