Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung ST93
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Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched April 2011

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung ST93 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Samsung ST93, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and ST93 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm F550 EXR was launched 3 months later than the ST93 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm F550 EXR being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR matches up against the ST93 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Samsung ST93. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F550 EXR over the Samsung ST93
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Fujifilm F550 EXR
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Common features in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Samsung ST93
Fujifilm F550 EXR | ST93 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | April 2011 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F550 EXR offers exterior measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Samsung ST93 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus the ST93.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and ST93 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and ST93.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact resolution but different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR has the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult.

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Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR | Samsung ST93 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2011-04-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (FHD 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (HD 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), High Speed Movie (80 / 160 / 320 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVI MPEG4 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 lbs) | 110g (0.24 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 39 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 158 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $450 | - |