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Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST93

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 front
 
Samsung ST93 front
Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Launched January 2012
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
  • Introduced April 2011
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST93 Overview

Here is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung ST93, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was manufactured 9 months later than the ST93 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades against the ST93 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Samsung ST93

 Fujifilm JX550 ST93 
IntroducedJanuary 2012April 2011Fresher by 9 months

Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Fujifilm JX550

 ST93 Fujifilm JX550 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung ST93

 Fujifilm JX550 ST93 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX550 has external dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung ST93 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the ST93.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST93 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and ST93 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST93 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The visual below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX550 and ST93.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm JX550 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST93 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm JX550
Portrait photography with Samsung ST93
30
MP count decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
29
resolution is good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JX550
Street photography with Samsung ST93
56
lighter than competition in class (113 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
49
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Sports photography info
Samsung ST93 Sports photography info
32
MP count decent (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
27
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Travel photography advice
Samsung ST93 Travel photography advice
68
lighter than competition in class (113 grams)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
70
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm JX550
Landscape photography with Samsung ST93
34
really wide (26mm)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
38
good max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Vlogging information
Samsung ST93 Vlogging information
28
really wide (26mm)
lighter than competition in class (113g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone support
27
good max aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic jack
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung ST93
 Fujifilm FinePix JX550Samsung ST93
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm FinePix JX550 Samsung ST93
Type Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Launched 2012-01-05 2011-04-20
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) ()
Maximum aperture f/3.5-6.3 -
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.50 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 113g (0.25 pounds) 110g (0.24 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 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 NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $200 -