Nikon S4300 vs Sony S2000

Here is a in-depth review of the Nikon S4300 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was introduced 2 years later than the S2000 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S4300 scores against the S2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S4300 comes with outside measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S4300 versus Sony S2000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S4300 vs the S2000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and S2000 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4300 and S2000.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S4300 to result in greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent S4300 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.