Sony A380 vs Sony S2100

Here, we will be comparing the Sony A380 and Sony S2100, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. The image resolution of the A380 (14MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the A380 (APS-C) and S2100 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The A380 was brought out 4 months before the S2100 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the A380 grades against the S2100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A380 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony A380 features external measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Sony S2100 has dimensions 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 that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A380 compared to the S2100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A380 and S2100 is 68 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A380 and S2100.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The A380 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony A380 will give extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.