Samsung WB210 vs Sony S930
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Samsung WB210 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched July 2011
(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
- Launched January 2009

Samsung WB210 vs Sony S930 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Samsung WB210 and Sony S930, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the WB210 (14MP) and S930 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The WB210 was brought out 2 years later than the S930 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WB210 grades vs the S930 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung WB210 vs Sony S930 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB210 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Sony S930
WB210 | S930 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+1.1") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Samsung WB210
S930 | WB210 | |||
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Screen resolution | 112k | ![]() | 1k | Sharper screen (+111k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB210 and Sony S930
WB210 | S930 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Samsung WB210 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB210 offers physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung WB210 and Sony S930 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the WB210 versus the S930.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB210 and S930 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Samsung WB210 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB210 and S930.
Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung WB210 to result in extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern WB210 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

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Samsung WB210 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Samsung WB210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5" | 2.4" |
Display resolution | 1 thousand dot | 112 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 174g (0.38 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSC/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $279 | $219 |