Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX20
97 Imaging
39 Features
20 Overall
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96 Imaging
39 Features
50 Overall
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced April 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Released February 2012
Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX20 Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX20, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST93 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ST93 was brought out 10 months prior to the TX20 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ST93 matches up vs the TX20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST93 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST93 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Sony TX20
ST93 | TX20 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Samsung ST93
TX20 | ST93 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | April 2011 | More recent by 10 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST93 and Sony TX20
ST93 | TX20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST93 offers exterior measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ST93 vs the TX20.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ST93 and TX20 is 97 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST93 and TX20.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files however you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older ST93 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-04-20 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110 grams (0.24 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | 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 | One | One |
Retail pricing | - | $330 |