Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2000
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Released July 2020
(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
- Introduced January 2010

Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2000 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon Z5 versus Sony S2000, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and S2000 (10MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and S2000 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

The Z5 was announced 10 years later than the S2000 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the Z5 matches up versus the S2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Sony S2000
Z5 | S2000 | |||
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Introduced | July 2020 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 129 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Nikon Z5
S2000 | Z5 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Sony S2000
Z5 | S2000 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon Z5 has physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z5 versus Sony S2000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z5 against the S2000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and S2000 is 62 and 93 respectively.

Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and S2000.
As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z5 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Z5 will offer you extra detail with its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern Z5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2020-07-20 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 470 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Retail price | $1,399 | $225 |