Samsung NX300 vs Sony S2000
86 Imaging
63 Features
73 Overall
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93 Imaging
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Samsung NX300 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Announced November 2013
- Replaced the Samsung NX210
- Refreshed by Samsung NX500
(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
- Announced January 2010
Samsung NX300 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Samsung NX300 vs Sony S2000, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and S2000 (10MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and S2000 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX300 was revealed 3 years later than the S2000 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the NX300 grades vs the S2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX300 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX300 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Sony S2000
NX300 | S2000 | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 48 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 768k | 230k | Clearer display (+538k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Samsung NX300
S2000 | NX300 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX300 and Sony S2000
NX300 | S2000 | |||
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Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung NX300 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX300 comes with external measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Samsung NX300 vs Sony S2000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the NX300 versus the S2000.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX300 and S2000 is 86 and 93 respectively.
Samsung NX300 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX300 and S2000.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX300 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Samsung NX300 will show extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger NX300 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Samsung NX300 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX300 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Samsung NX300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-11-24 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIMe IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 247 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 768 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 331 grams (0.73 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 76 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 942 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP1130 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $750 | $225 |