Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2100
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced July 2020
(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
- Introduced January 2010
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Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2100, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and S2100 (12MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and S2100 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z5 was released 10 years later than the S2100 and that is quite a significant difference 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 S2100 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Z5 matches up vs the S2100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Sony S2100
| Z5 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2020 |  | January 2010 | More recent by 129 months |
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display sizing | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Nikon Z5
| S2100 | Z5 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Sony S2100
| Z5 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 comes with exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has proportions 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, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Z5 compared to the S2100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and S2100 is 62 and 93 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and S2100.
As you can tell, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z5 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will give more detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer Z5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
| Nikon Z5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Z5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
| Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 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 | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 273 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
| Available lenses | 15 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.5fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.30 m |
| Flash settings | 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 |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
| 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 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 | 470 photos | - |
| Battery form | 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 | Dual | 1 |
| Launch cost | $1,399 | $0 |