Panasonic FS7 vs Samsung ST93

The following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FS7 versus Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and ST93 (16MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and ST93 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The FS7 was introduced 3 years prior to the ST93 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FS7 matches up versus the ST93 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 & Samsung ST93. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS7 Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS7 has external measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FS7 and the ST93.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and ST93 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FS7 and ST93.

Plainly, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS7 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Samsung ST93 will produce more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged FS7 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.