Sony RX100 vs Sony S930

Below is a extensive overview of the Sony RX100 versus Sony S930, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the RX100 (20MP) and S930 (10MP) and the RX100 (1") and S930 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The RX100 was revealed 3 years later than the S930 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the RX100 scores versus the S930 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are provided at Sony RX100 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony RX100 enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Sony RX100 versus Sony S930 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the RX100 against the S930.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 and S930 is 91 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 and S930.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The RX100 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony RX100 will render more detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent RX100 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.