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Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30
Samsung PL120 front
 
Samsung ST93 front
Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs

Samsung PL120
(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
Samsung ST93
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Samsung ST93

 PL120 ST93 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Samsung PL120

 ST93 PL120 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Samsung ST93

 PL120 ST93 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011April 2011Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed 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).

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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.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 size comparison

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

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL120 Portrait photography features
Samsung ST93 Portrait photography features
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
29
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung PL120 Street photography factors
Samsung ST93 Street photography factors
49
fixed screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
49
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL120 Sports photography features
Samsung ST93 Sports photography features
26
good resolution (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
27
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL120 Travel photography factors
Samsung ST93 Travel photography factors
71
good resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
70
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL120 Landscape photography information
Samsung ST93 Landscape photography information
33
good max aperture (f)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
38
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3")
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual control
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL120 Vlogging advice
Samsung ST93 Vlogging advice
31
good max aperture (f)
includes mic jack
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic port
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Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL120 and Samsung ST93
 Samsung PL120Samsung ST93
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 -