Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93
99 Imaging
37 Features
20 Overall
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97 Imaging
38 Features
20 Overall
30
Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
(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
- Announced April 2011

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The PL120 was unveiled 3 months before the ST93 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the PL120 matches up versus the ST93 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 and Samsung ST93. The full galleries are provided at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Samsung ST93
PL120 | ST93 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Samsung PL120
ST93 | PL120 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Samsung ST93
PL120 | ST93 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | April 2011 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL120 offers outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Check out the Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the PL120 compared to the ST93.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL120 and ST93 is 99 and 97 respectively.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL120 and ST93.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung ST93 to render greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Samsung PL120 | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung PL120 | Samsung ST93 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-04-20 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | () |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 110 gr (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage slots | - | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $150 | - |