Samsung ST93 vs Sigma SD9

Lets take a closer look at the Samsung ST93 vs Sigma SD9, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the ST93 (16MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the ST93 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The ST93 was unveiled 8 years after the SD9 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ST93 grades against the SD9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST93 & Sigma SD9. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST93 Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung ST93 has physical measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ST93 compared to the SD9.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST93 and SD9 is 97 and 54 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST93 and SD9.

All in all, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ST93 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung ST93 will offer extra detail having an extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer ST93 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.