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Nikon S620 vs Sony S2000

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28
Nikon Coolpix S620 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front
Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Nikon S620 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs

Nikon S620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
  • 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
  • Launched February 2009
Sony S2000
(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
  • Released January 2010
Photography Glossary

Nikon S620 vs Sony S2000 Overview

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S620 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S620 was introduced 11 months prior to the S2000 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S620 grades against the S2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Sony S2000

 S620 S2000 

Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Nikon S620

 S2000 S620 
ReleasedJanuary 2010February 2009Newer by 11 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Nikon S620 and Sony S2000

 S620 S2000 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

Nikon S620 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S620 has got exterior dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S620 versus the S2000.

Nikon S620 vs Sony S2000 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S620 and S2000 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S620 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and S2000.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S620 to result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged S620 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S620 vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison

Nikon S620 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S620 vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S620 Portrait photography information
Sony S2000 Portrait photography information
20
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
19
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S620 Street photography features
Sony S2000 Street photography features
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (120g)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
46
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S620 Sports photography information
Sony S2000 Sports photography information
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,200s)
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S620 as a Travel photography camera
Sony S2000 as a Travel photography camera
62
lighter than competition in class (120 grams)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
low MP (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
50
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
low megapixels (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S620
Landscape photography with Sony S2000
32
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not available
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
27
nice screen size (3 inch)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S620 Vlogging info
Sony S2000 Vlogging info
31
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (120 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
21
wide angle not great (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic socket
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Nikon S620 vs Sony S2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S620 and Sony S2000
 Nikon Coolpix S620Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix S620 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-02-03 2010-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3456 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 33-105mm (3.2x)
Largest aperture f/2.7-5.8 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus distance 2cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 1 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1200 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 3.30 m
Flash settings Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 120g (0.26 lbs) 167g (0.37 lbs)
Dimensions 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" 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-EL12 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (3 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $37 $225