Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung ST93
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Revealed April 2011

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung ST93 Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Samsung ST93, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Galaxy Camera 2 was announced 2 years after the ST93 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades against the ST93 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung ST93. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Samsung ST93
Galaxy Camera 2 | ST93 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | April 2011 | Newer by 33 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+577k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
ST93 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung ST93
Galaxy Camera 2 | ST93 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 features physical measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Check out the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Samsung ST93 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 versus the ST93.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 2 and ST93 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 2 and ST93.
Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern Galaxy Camera 2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Samsung ST93 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2014-01-02 | 2011-04-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 283 gr (0.62 pounds) | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $400 | - |