Sony QX10 vs Sony S2100

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Sony QX10 vs Sony S2100, one being a Lens-style and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the QX10 (18MP) and S2100 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The QX10 was brought out 3 years later than the S2100 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the QX10 matches up vs the S2100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are available at Sony QX10 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony QX10 has got physical dimensions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Sony S2100 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Sony QX10 vs Sony S2100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the QX10 versus the S2100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the QX10 and S2100 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The visual below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the QX10 and S2100.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony QX10 to offer extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern QX10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.