Nikon S2900 vs Sony WX220
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony WX220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released February 2014
Nikon S2900 vs Sony WX220 Overview
Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon S2900 versus Sony WX220, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S2900 (20MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S2900 was brought out 12 months later than the WX220 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S2900 matches up against the WX220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S2900 vs Sony WX220 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S2900 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S2900 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Sony WX220
S2900 | WX220 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | February 2014 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Nikon S2900
WX220 | S2900 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S2900 and Sony WX220
S2900 | WX220 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S2900 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon S2900 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check the Nikon S2900 versus Sony WX220 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S2900 compared to the WX220.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S2900 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S2900 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2900 and WX220.
As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S2900 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher S2900 provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony WX220 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2014-02-12 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 119 gr (0.26 lbs) | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 | 210 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $117 | $198 |