Sony HX200V vs Sony S2000
66 Imaging
42 Features
55 Overall
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93 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Sony HX200V vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 583g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Announced May 2012
- Succeeded the Sony HX100V
- Updated by Sony HX300
(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 HX200V vs Sony S2000 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Sony HX200V vs Sony S2000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the HX200V (18MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe HX200V was released 2 years later than the S2000 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the HX200V grades vs the S2000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony HX200V vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX200V Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX200V over the Sony S2000
HX200V | S2000 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | January 2010 | Fresher by 29 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Sony HX200V
S2000 | HX200V |
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Common features in the Sony HX200V and Sony S2000
HX200V | S2000 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Sony HX200V vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX200V has external dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Sony HX200V vs Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the HX200V compared to the S2000.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX200V and S2000 is 66 and 93 respectively.
Sony HX200V vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX200V and S2000.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX200V to provide more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher HX200V will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Sony HX200V vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-05-11 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | BIONZ | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-810mm (30.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.40 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 583g (1.29 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-FH50 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $480 | $225 |