Nikon P7100 vs Sony S930

In this article, we are comparing the Nikon P7100 vs Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P7100 (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the P7100 (1/1.7") and S930 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7100 was brought out 3 years after the S930 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the P7100 matches up against the S930 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P7100 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7100 features outer dimensions of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony S930 has measurements of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P7100 vs Sony S930 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the P7100 and the S930.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7100 and S930 is 82 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7100 and S930.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The P7100 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The newer P7100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.