Sony S930 vs Sony W830

In this write-up, we are matching up the Sony S930 and Sony W830, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S930 (10MP) and W830 (20MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S930 was launched 6 years before the W830 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony S930 being a Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S930 scores against the W830 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony S930 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Sony S930 features outer dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony W830 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Sony S930 and Sony W830 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S930 and the W830.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S930 and W830 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S930 and W830.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W830 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged S930 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.