Sony S930 vs Sony W650
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Sony S930 vs Sony W650 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
Sony S930 vs Sony W650 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Sony S930 vs Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the S930 (10MP) and W650 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S930 was released 4 years before the W650 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S930 grades versus the W650 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony S930 vs Sony W650 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The complete galleries are available at Sony S930 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Sony W650
S930 | W650 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Sony S930
W650 | S930 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | January 2009 | More modern by 36 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 112k | Crisper display (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Sony S930 and Sony W650
S930 | W650 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Sony S930 vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony S930 features physical dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Look at the Sony S930 vs Sony W650 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S930 against the W650.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S930 and W650 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Sony S930 vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S930 and W650.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony W650 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged S930 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Sony S930 vs Sony W650 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-108mm (2.8x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-5.4 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.4 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 112k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 320x240 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 lb) | 124 grams (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $219 | $140 |