Samsung ST93 vs Sony A6300

On this page, we will be comparing the Samsung ST93 versus Sony A6300, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the ST93 (16MP) and A6300 (24MP) and the ST93 (1/2.3") and A6300 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The ST93 was brought out 5 years prior to the A6300 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ST93 matches up against the A6300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST93 and Sony Alpha a6300. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST93 Gallery and Sony A6300 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung ST93 features external dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony A6300 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

See the Samsung ST93 versus Sony A6300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the ST93 compared to the A6300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ST93 and A6300 is 97 and 83 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST93 and A6300.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ST93 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Sony A6300 will deliver more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged ST93 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.