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Sony G3 vs Sony S930

Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Sony G3 vs Sony S930 Key Specs

Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Announced January 2009
Sony S930
(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
  • Launched January 2009
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Sony G3 vs Sony S930 Overview

Below is a thorough comparison of the Sony G3 and Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the G3 (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G3 was announced around the same time to the S930 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the G3 scores against the S930 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Sony S930

 G3 S930 
Display dimensions3.5"2.4"Larger display (+1.1")
Display resolution921k112kSharper display (+809k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Sony G3

 S930 G3 

Common features in the Sony G3 and Sony S930

 G3 S930 
LaunchedJanuary 2009January 2009Same generation
Manually focus More exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Sony G3 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony G3 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G3 against the S930.

Sony G3 vs Sony S930 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and S930 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Sony G3 vs Sony S930 top view buttons comparison

Sony G3 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and S930.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Sony G3 vs Sony S930 sensor size comparison

Sony G3 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony G3 vs Sony S930 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sony G3
Portrait photography with Sony S930
26
has manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
26
manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Sony G3 Street photography details
Sony S930 Street photography details
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sony G3 Sports photography highlights
Sony S930 Sports photography highlights
23
has image stabilization (Optical)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000s)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
24
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Sony G3 as a Travel photography camera
Sony S930 as a Travel photography camera
50
has built in flash
missing Timelapse function
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
50
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony G3 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony S930 as a Landscape photography camera
36
has manual focus
screen larger than average (3.5 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Timelapse function
31
manual focus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
small screen (2.4 inches)
no manual control
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony G3 Vlogging factors
Sony S930 Vlogging factors
27
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing microphone socket
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (320 x 240 pxls)
does not have mic support
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Sony G3 vs Sony S930 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony G3 and Sony S930
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930
General Information
Company Sony Sony
Model type Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-01-08 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-140mm (4.0x) 38-108mm (2.8x)
Max aperture f/3.5-10.0 f/2.9-5.4
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.5 inch 2.4 inch
Display resolution 921k dots 112k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1s 1/8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.30 m (Auto ISO) 3.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 320x240
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 185g (0.41 pounds) 167g (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $200 $219