Nikon P330 vs Sony S930

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon P330 and Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the P330 (1/1.7") and S930 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The P330 was unveiled 4 years later than the S930 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the P330 scores versus the S930 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P330 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P330 features outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony S930 has sizing of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the P330 versus the S930.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P330 and S930 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P330 and S930.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P330 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon P330 will give you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher P330 should have an edge in sensor innovation.