Sony A200 vs Sony S930
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Sony A200 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Introduced July 2008
- Newer Model is Sony A230
(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
- Released January 2009
Sony A200 vs Sony S930 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Sony A200 versus Sony S930, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A200 (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is very well matched but the A200 (APS-C) and S930 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A200 was released 5 months before the S930 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A200 scores vs the S930 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A200 vs Sony S930 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A200 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Sony S930
A200 | S930 | |||
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Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 112k | Sharper display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Sony A200
S930 | A200 |
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Common features in the Sony A200 and Sony S930
A200 | S930 | |||
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Released | July 2008 | January 2009 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Sony A200 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony A200 enjoys outer measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 572 grams (1.26 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).
Look at the Sony A200 versus Sony S930 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the A200 versus the S930.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A200 and S930 is 66 and 94 respectively.
Sony A200 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A200 and S930.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The A200 uses the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler.
Sony A200 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A200 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2008-07-17 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.4 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 112k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 1/8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 320x240 |
Video file format | - | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 572g (1.26 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 521 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $100 | $219 |