Sony S930 vs Sony TX10

Below, we are contrasting the Sony S930 vs Sony TX10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both offered by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S930 (10MP) and TX10 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S930 was launched 3 years before the TX10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony S930 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the S930 grades versus the TX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The complete galleries are available at Sony S930 Gallery and Sony TX10 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Sony S930 provides physical measurements of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony TX10 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S930 and the TX10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S930 and TX10 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S930 and TX10.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony TX10 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged S930 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.