Sony RX100 II vs Sony S2000
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Sony RX100 II vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Launched June 2013
- Superseded the Sony RX100
- Replacement is Sony RX100 III
(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
Sony RX100 II vs Sony S2000 Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Sony RX100 II and Sony S2000, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the RX100 II (20MP) and S2000 (10MP) and the RX100 II (1") and S2000 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe RX100 II was launched 3 years later than the S2000 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the RX100 II scores versus the S2000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony RX100 II vs Sony S2000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 II Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Sony S2000
RX100 II | S2000 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | January 2010 | More recent by 43 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Crisper display (+999k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Sony RX100 II
S2000 | RX100 II |
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Common features in the Sony RX100 II and Sony S2000
RX100 II | S2000 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Sony RX100 II vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Sony RX100 II comes with physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Sony RX100 II and Sony S2000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the RX100 II vs the S2000.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 II and S2000 is 89 and 93 respectively.
Sony RX100 II vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 II and S2000.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The RX100 II due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sony RX100 II will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The younger RX100 II provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Sony RX100 II vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-06-27 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-100mm (3.6x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,229k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 281g (0.62 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 67 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 483 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $598 | $225 |