Sony S930 vs Sony S980
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![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S930/Sony-S930-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S980/Sony-S980-front.jpg)
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35 Features
17 Overall
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Sony S930 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- 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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2009
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Sony S930 vs Sony S980 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Sony S930 and Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. The resolution of the S930 (10MP) and the S980 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/iphone-optical-stabilization-218x150.jpg)
The S930 was launched very close to the S980 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the S930 matches up against the S980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Sony S930 vs Sony S980 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony S930 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Sony S980
S930 | S980 |
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Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Sony S930
S980 | S930 | |||
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer display (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Sony S930 and Sony S980
S930 | S980 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Sony S930 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Sony S930 features outer dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Sony S930 and Sony S980 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S930 compared to the S980.
![Sony S930 vs Sony S980 size comparison Sony S930 vs Sony S980 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S930-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S980-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S930 and S980 is 94 and 94 respectively.
![Sony S930 vs Sony S980 top view buttons comparison Sony S930 vs Sony S980 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S930-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S980-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony S930 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S930 and S980.
To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony S980 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.
![Sony S930 vs Sony S980 sensor size comparison Sony S930 vs Sony S980 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S930-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S980-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony S930 vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony S930 vs Sony S980 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony S930 vs Sony S980 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S930-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S980-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sony S930 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-17 |
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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-108mm (2.8x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.4 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.4 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 112 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 320x240 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $219 | $300 |