Sony S2100 vs Sony W690

Here is a comprehensive review of the Sony S2100 and Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both built by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the S2100 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2100 was brought out 3 years before the W690 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S2100 scores versus the W690 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are available at Sony S2100 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony S2100 comes with exterior dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Sony S2100 and Sony W690 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S2100 versus the W690.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2100 and W690 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S2100 and W690.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W690 to give you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older S2100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.