Nikon S2900 vs Sony W560
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony W560 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
- Announced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011

Nikon S2900 vs Sony W560 Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Nikon S2900 versus Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and W560 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S2900 was brought out 4 years later than the W560 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S2900 scores versus the W560 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S2900 vs Sony W560 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S2900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S2900 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Sony W560
S2900 | W560 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Nikon S2900
W560 | S2900 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S2900 and Sony W560
S2900 | W560 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Nikon S2900 vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S2900 has outside measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony W560 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S2900 versus Sony W560 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S2900 against the W560.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2900 and W560 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S2900 vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S2900 and W560.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S2900 to deliver extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher S2900 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon S2900 vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S2900 vs Sony W560 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
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 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 119 gr (0.26 pounds) | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | 250 images | - |
Type of battery | 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 | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $117 | $139 |