Samsung NX300M vs Samsung ST93

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung NX300M and Samsung ST93, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and ST93 (16MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and ST93 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX300M was introduced 21 months later than the ST93 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the NX300M matches up versus the ST93 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300M and Samsung ST93. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX300M has external measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX300M and Samsung ST93 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the NX300M against the ST93.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX300M and ST93 is 86 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300M and ST93.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX300M using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Samsung NX300M will render more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer NX300M is going to have an edge in sensor technology.