Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon S630 and Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S630 was announced 11 months before the S2100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S630 grades against the S2100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S630 offers external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S630 and Sony S2100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S630 compared to the S2100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S630 and S2100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and S2100.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older S630 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.