Samsung ST93 vs Sony W380
97 Imaging
38 Features
20 Overall
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96 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony W380 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010

Samsung ST93 vs Sony W380 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Samsung ST93 and Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST93 (16MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ST93 was brought out 16 months after the W380 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ST93 matches up vs the W380 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung ST93 vs Sony W380 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST93 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST93 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Sony W380
ST93 | W380 | |||
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Introduced | April 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 16 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Samsung ST93
W380 | ST93 |
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Common features in the Samsung ST93 and Sony W380
ST93 | W380 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Samsung ST93 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST93 provides outside dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Samsung ST93 and Sony W380 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ST93 against the W380.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ST93 and W380 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST93 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST93 and W380.
All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung ST93 to provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent ST93 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung ST93 vs Sony W380 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST93 vs Sony W380 Specifications
Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-04-20 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
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 model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | - | $44 |