Sony A380 vs Sony S2000
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Sony A380 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
(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
- Launched January 2010
Sony A380 vs Sony S2000 Overview
The following is a extended review of the Sony A380 vs Sony S2000, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the A380 (14MP) and S2000 (10MP) and the A380 (APS-C) and S2000 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A380 was revealed 4 months prior to the S2000 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the A380 scores vs the S2000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A380 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are provided at Sony A380 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Sony S2000
A380 | S2000 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Sony A380
S2000 | A380 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Sony A380 and Sony S2000
A380 | S2000 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Sony A380 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Sony A380 features exterior dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Sony A380 vs Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the A380 versus the S2000.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A380 and S2000 is 68 and 93 respectively.
Sony A380 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The pic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A380 and S2000.
All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The A380 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony A380 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively.
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Sony A380 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-24 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.49x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 519g (1.14 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 67 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 614 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-FH50 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $899 | $225 |