Sony S930 vs Sony W570

On this page, we will be reviewing the Sony S930 versus Sony W570, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the S930 (10MP) and W570 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S930 was released 24 months earlier than the W570 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony S930 being a Compact camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S930 matches up vs the W570 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The complete galleries are provided at Sony S930 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony S930 comes with external measurements of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W570 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Sony S930 versus Sony W570 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S930 compared to the W570.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S930 and W570 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S930 and W570.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony W570 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S930 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.