Canon S90 vs Sony S930

In this article, we will be matching up the Canon S90 versus Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S90 (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the S90 (1/1.7") and S930 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The S90 was revealed 16 months later than the S930 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S90 matches up versus the S930 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are available at Canon S90 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon S90 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has specifications of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S90 versus Sony S930 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S90 compared to the S930.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S90 and S930 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S90 and S930.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The S90 has got the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field easier. The more recent S90 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.