Sony HX5 vs Sony S2000

Let's look more in depth at the Sony HX5 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Sony. The image resolution of the HX5 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is very close but the HX5 (1/2.4") and S2000 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The HX5 was brought out 6 months after the S2000 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the HX5 scores vs the S2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX5 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony HX5 features external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Sony HX5 versus Sony S2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the HX5 versus the S2000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX5 and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HX5 and S2000.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The HX5 provides the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh simpler.