Nikon S6300 vs Sony S2000
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Nikon S6300 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 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
- Released January 2010

Nikon S6300 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Nikon S6300 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6300 was introduced 2 years after the S2000 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the S6300 scores versus the S2000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S6300 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Sony S2000
S6300 | S2000 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 26 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Nikon S6300
S2000 | S6300 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Sony S2000
S6300 | S2000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S6300 features exterior dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Nikon S6300 versus Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S6300 compared to the S2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and S2000 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S6300 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The image underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and S2000.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S6300 to give extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer S6300 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S6300 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6300 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor 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 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 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 | 230 photos | - |
Battery style | 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 | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $200 | $225 |