Sony S2100 vs Sony W510

Below is a extended comparison of the Sony S2100 versus Sony W510, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the S2100 (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2100 was introduced 12 months before the W510 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S2100 grades vs the W510 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are available at Sony S2100 Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Sony S2100 comes with exterior dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has specifications of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S2100 vs the W510.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2100 and W510 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2100 and W510.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older S2100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.