Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung ST93
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Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Announced January 2014
- Successor is Canon SX610 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
- Introduced April 2011

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung ST93 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Canon SX600 HS and Samsung ST93, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX600 HS was revealed 2 years after the ST93 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX600 HS matches up versus the ST93 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Samsung ST93. The full galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Samsung ST93
SX600 HS | ST93 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | April 2011 | More modern by 34 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Canon SX600 HS
ST93 | SX600 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and Samsung ST93
SX600 HS | ST93 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX600 HS comes with external measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
See the Canon SX600 HS and Samsung ST93 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX600 HS versus the ST93.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and ST93 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and ST93.
As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos although you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX600 HS provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Samsung ST93 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2011-04-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G (TFT) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 grams (0.41 pounds) | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 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 | 290 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $249 | - |