Nikon S570 vs Sony S2100
95 Imaging
34 Features
14 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Nikon S570 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 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

Nikon S570 vs Sony S2100 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon S570 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S570 was introduced 5 months before the S2100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S570 grades versus the S2100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S570 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S570 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Sony S2100
S570 | S2100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Nikon S570
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Sony S2100
S570 | S2100 | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon S570 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S570 has outside measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 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).
Analyze the Nikon S570 versus Sony S2100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S570 versus the S2100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and S2100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S570 and S2100.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S570 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S570 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-04 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
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 distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $180 | $0 |