Nikon S2900 vs Sony W510
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2015
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
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In this article, we are looking at the Nikon S2900 and Sony W510, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and W510 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S2900 was announced 4 years after the W510 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S2900 matches up against the W510 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S2900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S2900 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Sony W510
| S2900 | W510 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2015 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Nikon S2900
| W510 | S2900 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S2900 and Sony W510
| S2900 | W510 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon S2900 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S2900 enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S2900 and Sony W510 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S2900 and the W510.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2900 and W510 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S2900 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2900 and W510.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S2900 to render more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher S2900 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony W510 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 2.30 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 119g (0.26 pounds) | 119g (0.26 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
| 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 life | 250 shots | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $117 | $99 |