Samsung WB210 vs Sony S2000
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Samsung WB210 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced July 2011
(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
- Introduced January 2010

Samsung WB210 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung WB210 and Sony S2000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the WB210 (14MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The WB210 was released 19 months later than the S2000 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the WB210 matches up vs the S2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung WB210 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB210 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Sony S2000
WB210 | S2000 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 19 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Samsung WB210
S2000 | WB210 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 1k | Clearer display (+229k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB210 and Sony S2000
WB210 | S2000 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung WB210 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung WB210 offers outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung WB210 and Sony S2000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the WB210 against the S2000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB210 and S2000 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Samsung WB210 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The graphic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WB210 and S2000.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung WB210 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern WB210 should have an edge in sensor tech.

Samsung WB210 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB210 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Samsung WB210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 174 grams (0.38 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | microSC/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $279 | $225 |