Sony H200 vs Sony S930

Here, we will be looking at the Sony H200 vs Sony S930, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the H200 (20MP) and S930 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The H200 was revealed 4 years after the S930 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the H200 scores against the S930 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are available at Sony H200 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony H200 enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has sizing of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the H200 vs the S930.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the H200 and S930 is 67 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the H200 and S930.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony H200 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer H200 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.