Nikon S6100 vs Sony S930
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Nikon S6100 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Released February 2011
(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
- Launched January 2009

Nikon S6100 vs Sony S930 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon S6100 vs Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and S930 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S6100 was manufactured 2 years later than the S930 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S6100 matches up vs the S930 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6100 vs Sony S930 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Sony S930
S6100 | S930 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 26 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 112k | Sharper display (+348k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Nikon S6100
S930 | S6100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Sony S930
S6100 | S930 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along 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") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S6100 vs Sony S930 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S6100 and the S930.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and S930 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S6100 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S6100 and S930.
Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S6100 to result in extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger S6100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S6100 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6100 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.4 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 112 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1/8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 210 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $195 | $219 |