Sony S2000 vs Sony S980

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.