Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1
97 Imaging
38 Features
20 Overall
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94 Imaging
39 Features
34 Overall
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 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
- Revealed April 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced June 2013
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Following is a extended assessment of the Samsung ST93 versus Sony TF1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST93 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ST93 matches up vs the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST93 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung ST93 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Sony TF1
| ST93 | TF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung ST93
| TF1 | ST93 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2013 | April 2011 | More modern by 26 months | |
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST93 and Sony TF1
| ST93 | TF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung ST93 enjoys outside 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 Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung ST93 versus Sony TF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ST93 compared to the TF1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST93 and TF1 is 97 and 94 respectively.
Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ST93 and TF1.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged ST93 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
| Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2011-04-20 | 2013-06-21 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | - | f/3.6-4.7 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| 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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 110 grams (0.24 lbs) | 152 grams (0.34 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | - | $266 |