Samsung ST93 vs Sony W350

Here is a extensive analysis of the Samsung ST93 vs Sony W350, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST93 (16MP) and the W350 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST93 was manufactured 16 months later than the W350 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ST93 grades against the W350 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST93 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST93 Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung ST93 enjoys external dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Sony W350 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST93 vs Sony W350 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ST93 against the W350.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST93 and W350 is 97 and 97 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST93 and W350.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung ST93 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher ST93 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.