Nikon S9100 vs Sony S2000
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Nikon S9100 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2011
- Successor is Nikon S9300
(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
- Revealed January 2010
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Below is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S9100 and Sony S2000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S9100 was released 19 months later than the S2000 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S9100 scores versus the S2000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Sony S2000
| S9100 | S2000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2011 |  | January 2010 | More recent by 19 months |
| Manually focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Nikon S9100
| S2000 | S9100 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Sony S2000
| S9100 | S2000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon S9100 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S9100 enjoys external dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 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).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S9100 and the S2000.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and S2000 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S9100 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9100 and S2000.
Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S9100 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer S9100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S9100 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 4cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 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 life | 270 photographs | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $329 | $225 |