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Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000

Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27
Nikon Coolpix S30 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front
Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs

Nikon S30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
  • Released February 2012
Sony S2000
(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
  • Revealed January 2010
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Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000 Overview

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is pretty similar but the S30 (1/3") and S2000 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The S30 was launched 2 years after the S2000 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S30 grades against the S2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Sony S2000

 S30 S2000 
RevealedFebruary 2012January 2010Newer by 26 months

Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Nikon S30

 S2000 S30 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Nikon S30 and Sony S2000

 S30 S2000 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S30 provides exterior measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S30 against the S2000.

Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S30 and S2000 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S30 and S2000.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The S30 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder. The fresher S30 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison

Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S30 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony S2000 as a Portrait photography camera
25
has face detection focusing
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/3")
lacks RAW files
19
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S30 Street photography details
Sony S2000 Street photography details
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weather proofing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than average (214g)
46
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S30
Sports photography with Sony S2000
29
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
weather proofing
continuous shooting slow (1.5 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/3")
lacks phase detect AF
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,200s)
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S30 Travel photography advice
Sony S2000 Travel photography advice
52
weather proofing
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than average (214 grams)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
50
has built in flash
missing Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S30 Landscape photography highlights
Sony S2000 Landscape photography highlights
26
weather proofing
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
27
screen is a good size (3 inch)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S30 Vlogging advice
Sony S2000 Vlogging advice
23
has face detection focusing
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic port
heavier than average (214 grams)
21
wide angle not good (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external microphone jack
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Nikon S30 vs Sony S2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S30 and Sony S2000
 Nikon Coolpix S30Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix S30 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2012-02-01 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 4.8 x 3.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 17.3mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 3456 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 29-87mm (3.0x) 33-105mm (3.2x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 7.5 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT-LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 1s
Highest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/1200s
Continuous shooting speed 1.5 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 214 grams (0.47 pounds) 167 grams (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 240 images -
Battery format AA -
Battery model 2 x AA 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 Single Single
Retail price $119 $225