Canon A1100 IS vs Sony S930
93 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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94 Imaging
32 Features
17 Overall
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Canon A1100 IS vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 150g - 95 x 62 x 31mm
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Released January 2009
Photography Glossary Canon A1100 IS vs Sony S930 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon A1100 IS versus Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A1100 IS was released 2 months after the S930 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A1100 IS grades vs the S930 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are available at Canon A1100 IS Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1100 IS over the Sony S930
| A1100 IS | S930 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 2.5" |  | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.1") |
| Display resolution | 115k |  | 112k | Clearer display (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Canon A1100 IS
| S930 | A1100 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Canon A1100 IS and Sony S930
| A1100 IS | S930 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2009 |  | January 2009 | Similar generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon A1100 IS vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A1100 IS provides exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Canon A1100 IS versus Sony S930 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the A1100 IS compared to the S930.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1100 IS and S930 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Canon A1100 IS vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1100 IS and S930.
All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon A1100 IS to give more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.
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Canon A1100 IS vs Sony S930 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Sony |
| Model | Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-02-18 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 4 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/2.9-5.4 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.4" |
| Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 112k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15s | 1/8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $160 | $219 |