Nikon Coolpix S2900 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix S2900 and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Nikon Coolpix S2900 was introduced in January 2015 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 was introduced in January 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S2900 over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 over Nikon Coolpix S2900.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Nikon Coolpix S2900 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

Nikon Coolpix S2900 features a 20 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 features a 16.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200.

Nikon Coolpix S2900 is equipped with Expeed C2 processor and can take pictures up to 5152 x 3864 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 510 x 2880, 3864 x 3864, 3848 x 2736, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 is equipped with BIONZ processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 2592, 3648 x 2736, 2592 x 1944, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 has an image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Nikon Coolpix S2900

Nikon Coolpix S2900 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Nikon Coolpix S2900

Nikon Coolpix S2900 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.

Battery

Nikon Coolpix S2900 comes with EN-EL19 battery pack with battery life of 250 shots and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 comes with NP-BN battery pack with battery life of 220 shots.

External Storage Slots

Nikon Coolpix S2900 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/microSD/micro SDHC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo/Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S2900, and up to 1/1600 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 can shoot continuously up to 1.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 4.00 m on Nikon Coolpix S2900 and 3.70 m on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650..

Nikon Coolpix S2900 body has dimensions of 95 x 59 x 20 mm (3.74 x 2.32 x 0.79") and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 body has dimensions of 94 x 56 x 19 mm (3.7 x 2.2 x 0.75"). Nikon Coolpix S2900 weighs 119 g (0.26 lb / 4.20 oz) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 weighs 124 g (0.27 lb / 4.37 oz).

Nikon Coolpix S2900

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650

95 mm

59 mm

94 mm

56 mm

59 mm

56 mm