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Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front
 
Samsung ST93 front
Portability
97
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC100
(Full Review)
  • 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F3.6-8.5) lens
  • 156g - 100 x 59 x 23mm
  • Introduced January 2009
Samsung ST93
(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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Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93 Overview

Below, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Casio and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and ST93 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was unveiled 3 years before the ST93 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-FC100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the ST93 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Photography Glossary
	
	

Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Samsung ST93

 EX-FC100 ST93 
Focus manually More exact focus

Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Casio EX-FC100

 ST93 EX-FC100 
LaunchedApril 2011January 2009More modern by 27 months
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Samsung ST93

 EX-FC100 ST93 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 features external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has sizing 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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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-FC100 versus the ST93.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and ST93 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC100 and ST93.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung ST93 to show extra detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Portrait photography info
Samsung ST93 Portrait photography info
27
you can focus manually
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (9 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
30
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Street photography factors
Samsung ST93 Street photography factors
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Sports photography information
Samsung ST93 Sports photography information
24
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed focal length (()mm)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
sensor resolution low (9 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
27
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung ST93 as a Travel photography camera
52
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (9 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
70
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fast maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST93 as a Landscape photography camera
32
you can focus manually
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
sensor resolution low (9 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
38
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-FC100
Vlogging with Samsung ST93
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic socket
27
fast maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone socket
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC100 and Samsung ST93
 Casio Exilim EX-FC100Samsung ST93
General Information
Company Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Samsung ST93
Type Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-01-08 2011-04-20
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS 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 9 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 3456 x 2592 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () ()
Max aperture f/3.6-8.5 -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps),448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected 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 156 grams (0.34 lbs) 110 grams (0.24 lbs)
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 model NP-40 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) -
Time lapse recording
Storage type SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible -
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $300 -