Panasonic S3 vs Sony S930

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic S3 versus Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the S3 (14MP) and S930 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3 was announced 2 years after the S930 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S3 scores versus the S930 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic S3 has got outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony S930 has sizing of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S3 versus Sony S930 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S3 compared to the S930.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S3 and S930 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3 and S930.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic S3 to show more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S3 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.