Canon SX200 IS vs Sony S930
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Canon SX200 IS vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced May 2009
- New Model is Canon SX210 IS
(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
- Introduced January 2009

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony S930 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon SX200 IS and Sony S930, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was unveiled 5 months later than the S930 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX200 IS matches up against the S930 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony S930 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Sony S930
SX200 IS | S930 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Canon SX200 IS
S930 | SX200 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Sony S930
SX200 IS | S930 | |||
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Introduced | May 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon SX200 IS vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS provides physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has measurements of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX200 IS and Sony S930 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX200 IS versus the S930.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and S930 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and S930.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX200 IS to show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Sony S930 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-05-14 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.4" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 112k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 1/8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | NB-5L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $329 | $219 |