Samsung ST93 vs Sony RX100 V

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung ST93 versus Sony RX100 V, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST93 (16MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is fairly comparable but the ST93 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") possess different sensor sizes.

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The ST93 was manufactured 6 years prior to the RX100 V which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the ST93 grades versus the RX100 V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST93 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST93 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST93 enjoys external dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Sony RX100 V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Samsung ST93 versus Sony RX100 V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the ST93 compared to the RX100 V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ST93 and RX100 V is 97 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ST93 and RX100 V.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ST93 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX100 V will provide more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged ST93 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.