Nikon S6100 vs Sony S2000
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Nikon S6100 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 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
- Announced January 2010
Nikon S6100 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S6100 and Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe S6100 was brought out 14 months after the S2000 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S6100 grades against the S2000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S6100 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Sony S2000
S6100 | S2000 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 14 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Nikon S6100
S2000 | S6100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Sony S2000
S6100 | S2000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6100 has outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S6100 and Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S6100 versus the S2000.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and S2000 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S6100 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The picture below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6100 and S2000.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S6100 to offer more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher S6100 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S6100 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | 210 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $195 | $225 |