Canon 160 vs Samsung ST93
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Canon 160 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced January 2015
- Other Name is IXUS 160
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced April 2011
Canon 160 vs Samsung ST93 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon 160 vs Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and ST93 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe 160 was announced 3 years after the ST93 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 160 matches up vs the ST93 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon 160 vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 & Samsung ST93. The whole galleries are available at Canon 160 Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Samsung ST93
160 | ST93 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | April 2011 | Newer by 46 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Canon 160
ST93 | 160 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 160 and Samsung ST93
160 | ST93 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon 160 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 160 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Canon 160 vs Samsung ST93 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the 160 compared to the ST93.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 160 and ST93 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Canon 160 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 160 and ST93.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon 160 to give more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 160 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Canon 160 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Samsung ST93 |
Also called | IXUS 160 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2011-04-20 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.8 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127 gr (0.28 lb) | 110 gr (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L/LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $135 | - |