Sony S2100 vs Sony W710

Below is a in depth comparison of the Sony S2100 versus Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both offered by Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the S2100 (12MP) and W710 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2100 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the W710 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S2100 grades against the W710 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are available at Sony S2100 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony S2100 has got external measurements 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 W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S2100 vs the W710.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S2100 and W710 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2100 and W710.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony W710 to offer you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older S2100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.