Nikon D4 vs Samsung ST93
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Nikon D4 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Released April 2011
Nikon D4 vs Samsung ST93 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon D4 versus Samsung ST93, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the D4 (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is pretty similar but the D4 (Full frame) and ST93 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe D4 was brought out 9 months after the ST93 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D4 being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the D4 grades versus the ST93 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D4 vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D4 and Samsung ST93. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D4 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D4 over the Samsung ST93
D4 | ST93 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | April 2011 | More modern by 9 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Nikon D4
ST93 | D4 |
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Common features in the Nikon D4 and Samsung ST93
D4 | ST93 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon D4 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D4 comes with outer measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) and the Samsung ST93 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D4 versus Samsung ST93 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the D4 compared to the ST93.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D4 and ST93 is 50 and 97 respectively.
Nikon D4 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D4 and ST93.
To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The D4 offers the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF easier. The more recent D4 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon D4 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Nikon D4 | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon D4 | Samsung ST93 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-01-06 | 2011-04-20 |
Body design | Large SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 23.9mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 860.4mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | - |
Cross focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | () |
Amount of lenses | 309 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD with brightness control | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1340 gr (2.95 lb) | 110 gr (0.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 89 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2965 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 2600 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL18 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | CompactFlash, XQD | - |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Launch price | $4,500 | - |