Samsung DV150F vs Samsung ST93

In this article, we are contrasting the Samsung DV150F and Samsung ST93, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both are produced by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the DV150F (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The DV150F was unveiled 21 months after the ST93 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the DV150F scores against the ST93 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV150F and Samsung ST93. The full galleries are provided at Samsung DV150F Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung DV150F has outside measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 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).

Take a look at the Samsung DV150F and Samsung ST93 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the DV150F compared to the ST93.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the DV150F and ST93 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DV150F and ST93.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher DV150F provides an advantage in sensor tech.