Sony NEX-5N vs Sony S930
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Sony NEX-5N vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Launched October 2011
- Superseded the Sony NEX-5
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-5R
(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 NEX-5N vs Sony S930 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Sony NEX-5N and Sony S930, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the NEX-5N (16MP) and S930 (10MP) and the NEX-5N (APS-C) and S930 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NEX-5N was introduced 2 years later than the S930 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the NEX-5N scores versus the S930 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony NEX-5N vs Sony S930 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-5N & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-5N Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Sony S930
NEX-5N | S930 | |||
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Released | October 2011 | January 2009 | Fresher by 34 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 112k | Crisper display (+808k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Sony NEX-5N
S930 | NEX-5N |
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Common features in the Sony NEX-5N and Sony S930
NEX-5N | S930 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Sony NEX-5N vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-5N features external measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony S930 has sizing of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Sony NEX-5N and Sony S930 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the NEX-5N and the S930.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5N and S930 is 89 and 94 respectively.
Sony NEX-5N vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The graphic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5N and S930.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NEX-5N having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony NEX-5N will produce extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer NEX-5N should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Sony NEX-5N vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony NEX-5N vs Sony S930 Specifications
Sony Alpha NEX-5N | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha NEX-5N | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-10-03 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 121 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.4 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 112k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video file format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269g (0.59 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 77 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1079 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 460 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NPFW50 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $550 | $219 |