Sony RX100 V vs Sony S930

On this page, we will be evaluating the Sony RX100 V and Sony S930, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the RX100 V (20MP) and S930 (10MP) and the RX100 V (1") and S930 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The RX100 V was announced 7 years after the S930 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the RX100 V scores against the S930 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The whole galleries are provided at Sony RX100 V Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Sony RX100 V has got physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has specifications of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony RX100 V and Sony S930 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the RX100 V versus the S930.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 V and S930 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the RX100 V and S930.

Clearly, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The RX100 V using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony RX100 V will deliver greater detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent RX100 V will have an advantage in sensor technology.