Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung ST93
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Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 601g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
- Released September 2010
- Succeeded the Canon SX20 IS
- Successor is Canon SX40 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched April 2011
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Here is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX30 IS and Samsung ST93, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SX30 IS was launched 7 months before the ST93 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX30 IS matches up against the ST93 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Samsung ST93. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX30 IS over the Samsung ST93
| SX30 IS | ST93 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Canon SX30 IS
| ST93 | SX30 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2011 |  | September 2010 | Fresher by 7 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX30 IS and Samsung ST93
| SX30 IS | ST93 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX30 IS has exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Samsung ST93 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX30 IS against the ST93.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX30 IS and ST93 is 64 and 97 respectively.
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX30 IS and ST93.
All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung ST93 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older SX30 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Samsung ST93 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Samsung ST93 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2010-09-14 | 2011-04-20 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 4 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | () |
| Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.80 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 601g (1.32 pounds) | 110g (0.24 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" 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 ID | NB-7L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | - |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $400 | - |