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Sony G3 vs Sony S2000

Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front
Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Sony G3 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs

Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2009
Sony S2000
(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
  • Released January 2010
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Sony G3 vs Sony S2000 Overview

The following is a thorough overview of the Sony G3 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Sony. The image resolution of the G3 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G3 was launched 12 months prior to the S2000 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the G3 grades vs the S2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Sony S2000

 G3 S2000 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Display dimensions3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution921k230kClearer display (+691k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Sony G3

 S2000 G3 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2009Newer by 12 months

Common features in the Sony G3 and Sony S2000

 G3 S2000 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Sony G3 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony G3 comes with external dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G3 compared to the S2000.

Sony G3 vs Sony S2000 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and S2000 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Sony G3 vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison

Sony G3 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 and S2000.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should really factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged G3 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Sony G3 vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison

Sony G3 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony G3 vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sony G3
Portrait photography with Sony S2000
26
you can focus manually
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
19
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Sony G3 Street photography info
Sony S2000 Street photography info
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
46
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sony G3 Sports photography info
Sony S2000 Sports photography info
23
image stabilization (Optical)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000 seconds)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
16
max shutter speed is low (1/1,200s)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Sony G3 Travel photography details
Sony S2000 Travel photography details
50
has built in flash
no Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
50
built-in flash
no Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony G3 Landscape photography features
Sony S2000 Landscape photography features
36
you can focus manually
screen larger than average (3.5")
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
27
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Sony G3
Vlogging with Sony S2000
27
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
no mic support
21
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
no external mic jack
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Sony G3 vs Sony S2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony G3 and Sony S2000
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
General Information
Manufacturer Sony Sony
Model Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-01-08 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3648 x 2736 3456 x 2592
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 33-105mm (3.2x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-10.0 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.5 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 921k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1s 1s
Highest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/1200s
Continuous shooting speed 2.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.30 m (Auto ISO) 3.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 185g (0.41 lbs) 167g (0.37 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" 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) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $200 $225