Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung ST93
92 Imaging
45 Features
63 Overall
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97 Imaging
39 Features
20 Overall
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Launched November 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 J2
- New Model is Nikon 1 J4
(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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On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung ST93, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 1 J3 (14MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is pretty close but the 1 J3 (1") and ST93 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.
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Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 1 J3 scores vs the ST93 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Samsung ST93
| 1 J3 | ST93 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | November 2013 |  | April 2011 | More recent by 32 months |
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Nikon 1 J3
| ST93 | 1 J3 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon 1 J3 and Samsung ST93
| 1 J3 | ST93 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J3 comes with outside measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung ST93 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung ST93 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the 1 J3 and the ST93.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J3 and ST93 is 92 and 97 respectively.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The graphic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J3 and ST93.
All in all, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 J3 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung ST93 will result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher 1 J3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
| Nikon 1 J3 | Samsung ST93 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon 1 J3 | Samsung ST93 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2013-11-30 | 2011-04-20 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 135 | - |
| Cross type focus points | 41 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon 1 | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | () |
| Total lenses | 13 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 15.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/60 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1280 x 720 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 201 gr (0.44 lb) | 110 gr (0.24 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 52 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 420 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 photographs | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL20 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | - |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $170 | - |
