Nikon P100 vs Samsung ST93
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Nikon P100 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-678mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 481g - 114 x 83 x 99mm
- Introduced July 2010
(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
Nikon P100 vs Samsung ST93 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon P100 vs Samsung ST93, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and ST93 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe P100 was revealed 9 months before the ST93 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the P100 matches up vs the ST93 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon P100 vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P100 & Samsung ST93. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P100 Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P100 over the Samsung ST93
P100 | ST93 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Nikon P100
ST93 | P100 | |||
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Introduced | April 2011 | July 2010 | More modern by 9 months |
Common features in the Nikon P100 and Samsung ST93
P100 | ST93 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon P100 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P100 provides external measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has proportions 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 Nikon P100 vs Samsung ST93 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the P100 against the ST93.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P100 and ST93 is 68 and 97 respectively.
Nikon P100 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The image underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P100 and ST93.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung ST93 to produce more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged P100 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Nikon P100 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P100 | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P100 | Samsung ST93 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-04-20 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-678mm (26.1x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 481g (1.06 lb) | 110g (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 83 x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $400 | - |