Samsung ST90 vs Sony S2000
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched January 2011
(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
- Revealed January 2010

Samsung ST90 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Samsung ST90 vs Sony S2000, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the ST90 (14MP) and S2000 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ST90 was manufactured 13 months later than the S2000 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ST90 grades against the S2000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST90 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Sony S2000
ST90 | S2000 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 13 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Samsung ST90
S2000 | ST90 |
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Common features in the Samsung ST90 and Sony S2000
ST90 | S2000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Samsung ST90 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST90 offers exterior measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Samsung ST90 vs Sony S2000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the ST90 compared to the S2000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ST90 and S2000 is 99 and 93 respectively.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ST90 and S2000.
As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung ST90 to render extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern ST90 should have an edge in sensor tech.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST90 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Samsung ST90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung ST90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-19 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 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 model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $150 | $225 |