Nikon S1000pj vs Sony S930
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Nikon S1000pj vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Announced January 2009

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony S930 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Nikon S1000pj and Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S1000pj was released 7 months after the S930 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the S1000pj grades versus the S930 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony S930 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Sony S930
S1000pj | S930 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Nikon S1000pj
S930 | S1000pj | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Sony S930
S1000pj | S930 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S1000pj vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Nikon S1000pj and Sony S930 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S1000pj and the S930.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and S930 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and S930.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S1000pj to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher S1000pj should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S1000pj vs Sony S930 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.4 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 112k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $289 | $219 |