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Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST93

Portability
94
Imaging
41
Features
27
Overall
35
Nikon Coolpix L31 front
 
Samsung ST93 front
Portability
97
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs

Nikon L31
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched January 2015
Samsung ST93
(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
  • Introduced April 2011
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Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST93 Overview

Following is a in depth overview of the Nikon L31 versus Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L31 (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L31 was brought out 3 years after the ST93 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the L31 grades against the ST93 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Samsung ST93

 L31 ST93 
IntroducedJanuary 2015April 2011More modern by 46 months
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Nikon L31

 ST93 L31 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Nikon L31 and Samsung ST93

 L31 ST93 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L31 provides physical measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the L31 against the ST93.

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST93 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the L31 and ST93 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST93 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The image underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the L31 and ST93.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should really take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent L31 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST93 sensor size comparison

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon L31
Portrait photography with Samsung ST93
36
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
30
good megapixels (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon L31 Street photography details
Samsung ST93 Street photography details
56
image stabilization (Digital)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
more heavy than competition (160g)
49
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon L31
Sports photography with Samsung ST93
40
image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (16MP)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
27
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L31 Travel photography highlights
Samsung ST93 Travel photography highlights
68
MP count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
rather wide (26mm)
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (160g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
70
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
very good max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L31 Landscape photography features
Samsung ST93 Landscape photography features
39
rather wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Timelapse recording
38
very good max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L31 Vlogging advice
Samsung ST93 Vlogging advice
65
rather wide (26mm)
display is selfie friendly
image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone jack
more heavy than competition (160g)
27
very good max aperture (f)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic port
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Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L31 and Samsung ST93
 Nikon Coolpix L31Samsung ST93
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix L31 Samsung ST93
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2015-01-14 2011-04-20
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) ()
Highest aperture f/3.2-6.5 -
Macro focus range 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.60 m -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 160g (0.35 lb) 110g (0.24 lb)
Physical dimensions 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") 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
Battery life 200 photos -
Battery form AA -
Battery model 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (10 secs) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal -
Storage slots One One
Retail price $0 -