Samsung ST93 vs Sony S950
97 Imaging
38 Features
20 Overall
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94 Imaging
32 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony S950 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2009

Samsung ST93 vs Sony S950 Overview
Following is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung ST93 and Sony S950, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the ST93 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ST93 was revealed 2 years after the S950 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ST93 grades versus the S950 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung ST93 vs Sony S950 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST93 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST93 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Sony S950
ST93 | S950 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | April 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 27 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Samsung ST93
S950 | ST93 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Samsung ST93 and Sony S950
ST93 | S950 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Samsung ST93 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST93 features external dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony S950 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung ST93 and Sony S950 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ST93 versus the S950.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ST93 and S950 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Samsung ST93 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ST93 and S950.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung ST93 to produce greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher ST93 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Samsung ST93 vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST93 vs Sony S950 Specifications
Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-04-20 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | - | $130 |