Sony S2000 vs Sony S980
93 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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Sony S2000 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2009
Sony S2000 vs Sony S980 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Sony S2000 vs Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the S2000 (10MP) and the S980 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S2000 was announced 11 months later than the S980 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S2000 grades against the S980 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony S2000 vs Sony S980 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony S2000 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Sony S980
S2000 | S980 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | February 2009 | More recent by 11 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Sony S2000
S980 | S2000 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Sony S2000 and Sony S980
S2000 | S980 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Sony S2000 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony S2000 features outside measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Sony S2000 vs Sony S980 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S2000 versus the S980.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S2000 and S980 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Sony S2000 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The visual here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2000 and S980.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony S980 to provide extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S2000 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Sony S2000 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-105mm (3.2x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1200s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $225 | $300 |