Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung ST93

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FH8 and Samsung ST93, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was released 9 months later than the ST93 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the FH8 scores vs the ST93 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Samsung ST93. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH8 comes with external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH8 and Samsung ST93 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FH8 vs the ST93.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and ST93 is 96 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The photograph here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH8 and ST93.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer FH8 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.