Sony S2000 vs Sony TX100V

Below is a in depth analysis of the Sony S2000 versus Sony TX100V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S2000 (10MP) and TX100V (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2000 was brought out 12 months earlier than the TX100V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S2000 grades against the TX100V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony S2000 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Sony S2000 has outer measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony TX100V has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Sony S2000 versus Sony TX100V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S2000 versus the TX100V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S2000 and TX100V is 93 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2000 and TX100V.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony TX100V to deliver extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older S2000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.