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Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1

Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30
Samsung ST93 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
34
Overall
37

Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Samsung ST93
(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
Sony TF1
(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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Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 Overview

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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The ST93 was introduced 3 years before the TF1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

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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Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Sony TF1

 ST93 TF1 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung ST93

 TF1 ST93 
IntroducedJune 2013April 2011More 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 typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution460k460kExact 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST93 and TF1 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

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.

Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST93 Portrait photography factors
Sony TF1 Portrait photography factors
29
megapixel count good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
34
decent MP (16MP)
includes face detect autofocus
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST93 Street photography details
Sony TF1 Street photography details
49
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
69
image stabilization (Optical)
boasts touch focus
environment sealing
lighter than competition in class (152 grams)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST93 Sports photography features
Sony TF1 Sports photography features
27
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
41
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery pack (240 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST93 Travel photography information
Sony TF1 Travel photography information
70
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
good max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
69
lighter than competition in class (152g)
environment sealing
boasts touch focus
decent MP (16MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
low battery pack (240 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung ST93
Landscape photography with Sony TF1
38
good max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
megapixel count good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
40
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
environment sealing
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low battery pack (240 shots)
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung ST93
Vlogging with Sony TF1
27
good max aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone jack
33
pretty wide (25mm)
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (152 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST93 and Sony TF1
 Samsung ST93Sony 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