Sony S2000 vs Sony WX5
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Sony S2000 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced July 2010
Sony S2000 vs Sony WX5 Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Sony S2000 and Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the S2000 (10MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S2000 was revealed 6 months prior to the WX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S2000 grades against the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony S2000 vs Sony WX5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are available at Sony S2000 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Sony WX5
S2000 | WX5 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Sony S2000
WX5 | S2000 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Sony S2000 and Sony WX5
S2000 | WX5 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | July 2010 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Sony S2000 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony S2000 offers outside dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Sony S2000 and Sony WX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S2000 and the WX5.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2000 and WX5 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Sony S2000 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S2000 and WX5.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX5 to render more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively.
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Sony S2000 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-105mm (3.2x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.8 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1200s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) | 146 grams (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $225 | $250 |