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Sony S2000 vs Sony W290

Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
28
Overall
32

Sony S2000 vs Sony W290 Key Specs

Sony S2000
(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
  • Launched January 2010
Sony W290
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
  • 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
  • Released February 2009
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Sony S2000 vs Sony W290 Overview

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Sony S2000 versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Sony. The resolution of the S2000 (10MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2000 was revealed 11 months after the W290 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S2000 grades versus the W290 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Sony W290

 S2000 W290 
ReleasedJanuary 2010February 2009Newer by 11 months

Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Sony S2000

 W290 S2000 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Sony S2000 and Sony W290

 S2000 W290 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display measurement
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Sony S2000 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony S2000 offers outer measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S2000 and the W290.

Sony S2000 vs Sony W290 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2000 and W290 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sony S2000 vs Sony W290 top view buttons comparison

Sony S2000 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2000 and W290.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony W290 to result in greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S2000 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Sony S2000 vs Sony W290 sensor size comparison

Sony S2000 vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony S2000 vs Sony W290 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony S2000 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W290 as a Portrait photography camera
19
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
27
manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Sony S2000 Street photography details
Sony W290 Street photography details
46
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sony S2000 Sports photography details
Sony W290 Sports photography details
16
max shutter speed is low (1/1,200s)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Sony S2000 Travel photography features
Sony W290 Travel photography features
50
has built in flash
no Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (10MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
57
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony S2000 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W290 as a Landscape photography camera
27
nice screen size (3 inches)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
41
manual focus
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not available
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony S2000 Vlogging factors
Sony W290 Vlogging factors
21
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
no microphone support
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
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Sony S2000 vs Sony W290 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony S2000 and Sony W290
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290
General Information
Brand Name Sony Sony
Model Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-01-07 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3456 x 2592 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 33-105mm (3.2x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focus distance 5cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1 secs 2 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1200 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.30 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
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 format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 167 gr (0.37 lb) 167 gr (0.37 lb)
Dimensions 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $225 $230