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Nikon S620 vs Sony S930

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S620 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Nikon S620 vs Sony S930 Key Specs

Nikon S620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
  • 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
  • Revealed February 2009
Sony S930
(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
  • Revealed January 2009
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Nikon S620 vs Sony S930 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon S620 vs Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S620 was revealed within a month of the S930 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the S620 grades vs the S930 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Sony S930

 S620 S930 
Display dimension2.7"2.4"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution230k112kClearer display (+118k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Nikon S620

 S930 S620 
Focus manually Dial exact focus

Common features in the Nikon S620 and Sony S930

 S620 S930 
RevealedFebruary 2009January 2009Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Nikon S620 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S620 provides exterior dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S620 against the S930.

Nikon S620 vs Sony S930 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and S930 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Sony S930 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S620 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and S930.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S620 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively.

Nikon S620 vs Sony S930 sensor size comparison

Nikon S620 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S620 vs Sony S930 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S620 Portrait photography details
Sony S930 Portrait photography details
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
26
has manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
low resolution (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S620 Street photography information
Sony S930 Street photography information
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (120g)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S620 Sports photography factors
Sony S930 Sports photography factors
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
24
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
low resolution (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S620 Travel photography information
Sony S930 Travel photography information
62
lighter than competition in class (120g)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
50
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse mode
low resolution (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (38mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S620
Landscape photography with Sony S930
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
31
has manual focus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (38mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
tiny screen (2.4 inch)
manual mode not possible
low resolution (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S620 Vlogging factors
Sony S930 Vlogging factors
31
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (120g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone jack
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (38mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (320 x 240 pxls)
does not have external microphone socket
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Nikon S620 vs Sony S930 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S620 and Sony S930
 Nikon Coolpix S620Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930
General Information
Company Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix S620 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-02-03 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 38-108mm (2.8x)
Highest aperture f/2.7-5.8 f/2.9-5.4
Macro focus range 2cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 2.4"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 112 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 1/8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 120 gr (0.26 pounds) 167 gr (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") 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 model EN-EL12 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (3 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $37 $219