Sony HX1 vs Sony S2000
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Sony HX1 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Launched April 2009
(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
- Introduced January 2010
Sony HX1 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Sony HX1 and Sony S2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX1 (9MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the HX1 (1/2.4") and S2000 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe HX1 was released 8 months prior to the S2000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the HX1 matches up vs the S2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony HX1 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX1 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Sony S2000
HX1 | S2000 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Sony HX1
S2000 | HX1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | April 2009 | Newer by 8 months |
Common features in the Sony HX1 and Sony S2000
HX1 | S2000 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Sony HX1 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony HX1 has got physical measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Sony HX1 and Sony S2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the HX1 versus the S2000.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the HX1 and S2000 is 67 and 93 respectively.
Sony HX1 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The picture below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX1 and S2000.
All in all, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HX1 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony S2000 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HX1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Sony HX1 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-04-22 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.4" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.104 x 4.578mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.20 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1440x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | 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 | 544 gr (1.20 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 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 | NP-FH50 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $47,999 | $225 |