Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST93
82 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
67


97 Imaging
38 Features
20 Overall
30
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Revealed April 2011

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST93 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST93, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and ST93 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and ST93 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

The Galaxy NX was unveiled 2 years after the ST93 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Galaxy NX scores vs the ST93 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy NX and Samsung ST93. The full galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Samsung ST93
Galaxy NX | ST93 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | April 2011 | More modern by 27 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
ST93 | Galaxy NX |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Samsung ST93
Galaxy NX | ST93 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX features exterior measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while 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).
Examine the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST93 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy NX compared to the ST93.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and ST93 is 82 and 97 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy NX and ST93.
As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy NX using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Samsung Galaxy NX will show more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy NX is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Samsung ST93 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-06-20 | 2011-04-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIMe IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | () |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 495 gr (1.09 pounds) | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,300 | - |