Fujifilm X30 vs Sony S930

Below is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm X30 and Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and S930 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X30 was unveiled 5 years later than the S930 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up vs the S930 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X30 enjoys physical measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while 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).

Analyze the Fujifilm X30 and Sony S930 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 vs the S930.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and S930 is 80 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and S930.

All in all, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X30 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X30 will deliver extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X30 provides a benefit in sensor tech.