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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST93

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Samsung ST93 front
Portability
97
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 848 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced September 2010
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-Z16 vs Samsung ST93 Overview

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and ST93 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the ST93 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-Z16 matches up versus the ST93 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung ST93

 EX-Z16 ST93 
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Casio EX-Z16

 ST93 EX-Z16 
LaunchedApril 2011September 2010Newer by 7 months
Screen dimensions3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution460k0kClearer screen (+460k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung ST93

 EX-Z16 ST93 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z16 has got outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 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 change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the ST93.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST93 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and ST93 is 99 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST93 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and ST93.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST93 to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 will be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST93 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z16
Portrait photography with Samsung ST93
27
manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
30
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography highlights
Samsung ST93 Street photography highlights
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
49
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography factors
Samsung ST93 Sports photography factors
27
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
27
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z16
Travel photography with Samsung ST93
53
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
70
good megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography features
Samsung ST93 Landscape photography features
32
manual focus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (")
manual mode not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
38
very good max aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging factors
Samsung ST93 Vlogging factors
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (848 x 480 pxls)
lack of external microphone port
27
very good max aperture (f)
does not have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone port
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung ST93
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Samsung ST93
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Samsung ST93
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-09-20 2011-04-20
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 -
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) ()
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.7 -
Macro focus range 7cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size - 3 inch
Display resolution 0 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 110 gr (0.24 pounds)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 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
Time lapse feature
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $100 -