Panasonic FS42 vs Sony S930
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32 Features
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Panasonic FS42 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Raise to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 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
- Introduced January 2009
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On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic FS42 versus Sony S930, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is very similar but the FS42 (1/2.5") and S930 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FS42 was unveiled 4 months later than the S930 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the FS42 matches up versus the S930 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Sony S930
| FS42 | S930 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 2.5" |  | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.1") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 112k | Crisper display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Panasonic FS42
| S930 | FS42 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FS42 and Sony S930
| FS42 | S930 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | April 2009 |  | January 2009 | Similar age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FS42 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS42 has got exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony S930 has measurements of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FS42 versus Sony S930 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FS42 against the S930.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FS42 and S930 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FS42 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FS42 and S930.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same MP but different sensor measurements. The FS42 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder.
Panasonic FS42 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FS42 vs Sony S930 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-04-17 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| 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 | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.9-5.4 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.5" | 2.4" |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 112 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.30 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | 132 grams (0.29 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 | - | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $580 | $219 |