Canon SX610 HS vs Sony S930
93 Imaging
45 Features
47 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Replaced the Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2009

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony S930 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon SX610 HS versus Sony S930, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and S930 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX610 HS was revealed 6 years later than the S930 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX610 HS scores versus the S930 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony S930 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Sony S930
SX610 HS | S930 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 73 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Canon SX610 HS
S930 | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Sony S930
SX610 HS | S930 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX610 HS vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX610 HS provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony S930 has specifications of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX610 HS versus Sony S930 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX610 HS vs the S930.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and S930 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and S930.
As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX610 HS to provide more detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent SX610 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony S930 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.4 inch |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 112k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.5 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 191g (0.42 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $214 | $219 |