Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST93

Lets look much closer at the Samsung SL720 versus Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact cameras and both are built by Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and ST93 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SL720 was revealed 21 months prior to the ST93 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SL720 scores against the ST93 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL720 & Samsung ST93. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung SL720 Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL720 provides exterior dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SL720 compared to the ST93.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL720 and ST93 is 94 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SL720 and ST93.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung ST93 to show more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SL720 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.