Panasonic FS12 vs Sony S930
95 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Panasonic FS12 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 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
- Revealed January 2009
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Below is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FS12 and Sony S930, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FS12 was released 4 months later than the S930 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FS12 scores vs the S930 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Sony S930
| FS12 | S930 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Panasonic FS12
| S930 | FS12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Sony S930
| FS12 | S930 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | April 2009 |  | January 2009 | Similar age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic FS12 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS12 has external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony S930 has measurements of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FS12 and Sony S930 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the FS12 compared to the S930.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and S930 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FS12 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and S930.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FS12 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively.
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Panasonic FS12 vs Sony S930 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-04-17 | 2009-01-08 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.9-5.4 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.4 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 112k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 1/8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.30 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 129 grams (0.28 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $228 | $219 |