Sony S2000 vs Sony WX300
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Sony S2000 vs Sony WX300 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
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Newer Model is Sony WX350
Sony S2000 vs Sony WX300 Overview
Below is a extensive assessment of the Sony S2000 versus Sony WX300, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the S2000 (10MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S2000 was announced 4 years before the WX300 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S2000 matches up against the WX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony S2000 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are available at Sony S2000 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Sony WX300
S2000 | WX300 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Sony S2000
WX300 | S2000 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | January 2010 | More recent by 38 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Sony S2000 and Sony WX300
S2000 | WX300 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Sony S2000 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Sony S2000 features physical measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Sony S2000 versus Sony WX300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S2000 against the WX300.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S2000 and WX300 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Sony S2000 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S2000 and WX300.
All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony WX300 to show more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older S2000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony S2000 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2013-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 33-105mm (3.2x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1200s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro | - |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 pounds) | 166 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $225 | $330 |