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Sony S2100 vs Sony W290

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
28
Overall
31

Sony S2100 vs Sony W290 Key Specs

Sony S2100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 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
  • Released January 2010
Sony W290
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
  • 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
  • Introduced February 2009
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Sony S2100 vs Sony W290 Overview

Let's examine more closely at the Sony S2100 and Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the S2100 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2100 was manufactured 11 months later than the W290 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the S2100 grades vs the W290 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Sony W290

 S2100 W290 
IntroducedJanuary 2010February 2009Fresher by 11 months

Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Sony S2100

 W290 S2100 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing

Common features in the Sony S2100 and Sony W290

 S2100 W290 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Sony S2100 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Sony S2100 features outside 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) whilst the Sony W290 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S2100 against the W290.

Sony S2100 vs Sony W290 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2100 and W290 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sony S2100 vs Sony W290 top view buttons comparison

Sony S2100 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S2100 and W290.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of photos however you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher S2100 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Sony S2100 vs Sony W290 sensor size comparison

Sony S2100 vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony S2100 vs Sony W290 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony S2100 Portrait photography details
Sony W290 Portrait photography details
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
27
has manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Sony S2100 Street photography features
Sony W290 Street photography features
46
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sony S2100 Sports photography advice
Sony W290 Sports photography advice
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,200s)
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sony S2100
Travel photography with Sony W290
50
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse recording
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
57
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony S2100 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W290 as a Landscape photography camera
27
screen size is good (3 inches)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
41
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony S2100 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W290 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
does not posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external mic support
28
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
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Sony S2100 vs Sony W290 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony S2100 and Sony W290
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290
General Information
Brand Sony Sony
Model type Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-01-07 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Bionz -
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 33-105mm (3.2x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focusing range 5cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/1200s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.30 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported 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 data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 167 gr (0.37 pounds) 167 gr (0.37 pounds)
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 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 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $0 $230