Sony HX30V vs Sony S980

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Sony HX30V versus Sony S980, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the HX30V (18MP) and S980 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX30V was revealed 3 years after the S980 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the HX30V matches up against the S980 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The full galleries are available at Sony HX30V Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX30V enjoys exterior measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Sony S980 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Sony HX30V versus Sony S980 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the HX30V and the S980.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the HX30V and S980 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The image here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HX30V and S980.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX30V to offer you more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer HX30V provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.