Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55
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![Samsung ST93 front Samsung ST93 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-ST93/Samsung-ST93-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX55/Sony-TX55-front.jpg)
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 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
- Launched April 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Revealed July 2011
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 Overview
Below is a extensive overview of the Samsung ST93 and Sony TX55, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST93 (16MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The ST93 was brought out 3 months prior to the TX55 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ST93 scores versus the TX55 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST93 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST93 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Sony TX55
ST93 | TX55 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Samsung ST93
TX55 | ST93 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+770k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST93 and Sony TX55
ST93 | TX55 | |||
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Revealed | April 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST93 has got outside dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Sony TX55 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Look at the Samsung ST93 and Sony TX55 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the ST93 vs the TX55.
![Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 size comparison Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-ST93-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX55-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST93 and TX55 is 97 and 97 respectively.
![Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 top view buttons comparison Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-ST93-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX55-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST93 and TX55.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you should consider the age of the products into consideration.
![Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 sensor size comparison Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-ST93-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX55-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-ST93-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX55-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-04-20 | 2011-07-24 |
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 area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) | 109 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
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 | - | 250 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | - | $350 |