Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Samsung ST93

Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) and ST93 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 190 IS was launched 4 years later than the ST93 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the ELPH 190 IS matches up versus the ST93 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS & Samsung ST93. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 190 IS features external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Samsung ST93 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 190 IS vs the ST93.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 190 IS and ST93 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 190 IS and ST93.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon ELPH 190 IS to render extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger ELPH 190 IS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.