Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100
95 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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![Nikon Coolpix S630 front Nikon Coolpix S630 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S630/Nikon-S630-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2100/Sony-S2100-front.jpg)
93 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
27
Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 2009
(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
- Revealed January 2010
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Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 Overview
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").
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/iphone-optical-stabilization-218x150.jpg)
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.
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Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Sony S2100
S630 | S2100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Nikon S630
S2100 | S630 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 11 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Sony S2100
S630 | S2100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 size comparison Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2100-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S630 and S2100 is 95 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 top view buttons comparison Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 sensor size comparison Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S630 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | EN-L12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $240 | $0 |