Canon S95 vs Sony WX30

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon S95 vs Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and WX30 (16MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and WX30 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The S95 was revealed 8 months prior to the WX30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S95 scores against the WX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are provided at Canon S95 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon S95 has got outside measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Canon S95 vs Sony WX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S95 vs the WX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S95 and WX30 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S95 and WX30.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S95 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony WX30 will render more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older S95 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.