Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST93
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Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 100g - 90 x 56 x 18mm
- Revealed February 2009
(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
Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST93 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S220 versus Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the S220 (10MP) and ST93 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe S220 was announced 3 years before the ST93 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the S220 grades versus the ST93 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S220 and Samsung ST93. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S220 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Samsung ST93
S220 | ST93 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Nikon S220
ST93 | S220 | |||
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Introduced | April 2011 | February 2009 | More recent by 26 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S220 and Samsung ST93
S220 | ST93 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S220 has exterior dimensions of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has dimensions 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 S220 versus Samsung ST93 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S220 versus the ST93.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S220 and ST93 is 97 and 97 respectively.
Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S220 and ST93.
All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST93 to result in extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older S220 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S220 | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S220 | Samsung ST93 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2011-04-20 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 2000 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | - |
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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 100 grams (0.22 pounds) | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 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-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $56 | - |