Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST93

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon S02 and Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is pretty close but the S02 (1/3") and ST93 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The S02 was revealed 2 years later than the ST93 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S02 scores versus the ST93 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S02 and Samsung ST93. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S02 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S02 has got external dimensions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Samsung ST93 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S02 and Samsung ST93 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S02 against the ST93.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S02 and ST93 is 97 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S02 and ST93.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S02 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung ST93 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern S02 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.