Samsung ST93 vs Sony W290

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung ST93 and Sony W290, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the ST93 (16MP) and W290 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST93 was introduced 2 years after the W290 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ST93 scores versus the W290 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST93 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST93 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung ST93 comes with physical dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ST93 compared to the W290.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ST93 and W290 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ST93 and W290.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung ST93 to give you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent ST93 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.