Nikon S5100 vs Sony S2100
95 Imaging
35 Features
21 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Nikon S5100 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2010
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Its time to look closer at the Nikon S5100 and Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe S5100 was unveiled 8 months after the S2100 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the S5100 scores vs the S2100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Sony S2100
| S5100 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2010 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Nikon S5100
| S2100 | S5100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Sony S2100
| S5100 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon S5100 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5100 enjoys outer dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S5100 vs the S2100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and S2100 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S5100 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and S2100.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent S5100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S5100 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2010-08-17 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1200 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 132 grams (0.29 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 model | EN-EL10 | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $200 | $0 |