The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 was a budget compact announced in January 2009, one of the late entries in Sony's AA-powered S line that ran below the mainstream W series. It targeted first-time buyers who wanted a simple camera without a proprietary charging setup.
It pairs a 10.1-megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD (3648x2736) with a 3x zoom covering 38-108mm equivalent at f/2.9-5.4. The rear carries a 2.4-inch 112k-dot LCD, images are stored on Memory Stick Duo cards, and power comes from two AA cells. The body measures roughly 90x61x26mm.
As a straightforward snapshot camera it suits casual use and beginners; there is no manual exposure control and the low-resolution screen is basic even for 2009. AA power means spares are available anywhere, which still makes it an easy camera to keep running.
When buying used, open the battery compartment and check for alkaline corrosion on the contacts, the classic failure point of AA compacts. It takes Memory Stick Duo rather than SD, so factor in a card and reader. Confirm the flash charges promptly and inspect sample shots for CCD artefacts.