Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST93

Here is a in depth assessment of the Kodak M320 and Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the M320 (9MP) and ST93 (16MP) and the M320 (1/2.5") and ST93 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The M320 was brought out 3 years before the ST93 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the M320 grades against the ST93 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M320 and Samsung ST93. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M320 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak M320 offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Kodak M320 and Samsung ST93 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the M320 versus the ST93.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M320 and ST93 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M320 and ST93.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M320 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung ST93 will render more detail having its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older M320 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.