Nikon A1000 vs Sony S930

Let's look closer at the Nikon A1000 and Sony S930, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the A1000 (16MP) and S930 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was released 10 years after the S930 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A1000 matches up versus the S930 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon A1000 has got outer dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 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).

Analyze the Nikon A1000 and Sony S930 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A1000 versus the S930.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and S930 is 86 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1000 and S930.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon A1000 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger A1000 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.