Samsung ST93 vs Sony WX220
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony WX220 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
- Introduced April 2011
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched February 2014
Samsung ST93 vs Sony WX220 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung ST93 versus Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST93 (16MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe ST93 was launched 3 years prior to the WX220 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ST93 grades versus the WX220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung ST93 vs Sony WX220 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST93 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are available at Samsung ST93 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Sony WX220
ST93 | WX220 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Samsung ST93
WX220 | ST93 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | April 2011 | More modern by 34 months |
Common features in the Samsung ST93 and Sony WX220
ST93 | WX220 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Samsung ST93 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung ST93 enjoys outside measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Samsung ST93 versus Sony WX220 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the ST93 versus the WX220.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST93 and WX220 is 97 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST93 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ST93 and WX220.
All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX220 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged ST93 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung ST93 vs Sony WX220 Specifications
Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST93 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-04-20 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
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 | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 210 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | - | $198 |