Sony S2100 vs Sony W370
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Sony S2100 vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
Sony S2100 vs Sony W370 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Sony S2100 versus Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the S2100 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe S2100 was manufactured at a similar time to the W370 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S2100 grades against the W370 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony S2100 vs Sony W370 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The entire galleries are available at Sony S2100 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Sony W370
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Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Sony S2100
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Common features in the Sony S2100 and Sony W370
S2100 | W370 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Sony S2100 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony S2100 comes with external dimensions 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 W370 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Sony S2100 versus Sony W370 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S2100 compared to the W370.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S2100 and W370 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Sony S2100 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2100 and W370.
All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W370 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively.
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Sony S2100 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-105mm (3.2x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1200s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 lbs) | 179g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $230 |