Sony S2100 vs Sony WX10

Let's examine more in depth at the Sony S2100 versus Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are built by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S2100 (12MP) and WX10 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2100 was brought out 12 months prior to the WX10 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the S2100 matches up against the WX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony S2100 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony S2100 comes with outside measurements 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 WX10 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Sony S2100 versus Sony WX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S2100 against the WX10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2100 and WX10 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2100 and WX10.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony WX10 to render extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older S2100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.