Olympus VH-410 vs Sony S930
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Olympus VH-410 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Introduced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- 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

Olympus VH-410 vs Sony S930 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus VH-410 vs Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the VH-410 (16MP) and S930 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The VH-410 was launched 3 years later than the S930 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the VH-410 matches up against the S930 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus VH-410 vs Sony S930 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VH-410 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Sony S930
VH-410 | S930 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 45 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper screen (+348k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Olympus VH-410
S930 | VH-410 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus VH-410 and Sony S930
VH-410 | S930 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Olympus VH-410 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VH-410 provides physical dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony S930 has specifications of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus VH-410 vs Sony S930 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the VH-410 versus the S930.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VH-410 and S930 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Olympus VH-410 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VH-410 and S930.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus VH-410 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent VH-410 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus VH-410 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VH-410 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Olympus VH-410 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus VH-410 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-08-21 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
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 | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.4 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 112k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 1/8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 152g (0.34 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 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 | LI-50B | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $186 | $219 |