Samsung ST95 vs Sony S2100
99 Imaging
38 Features
19 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung ST95 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010

Samsung ST95 vs Sony S2100 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Samsung ST95 and Sony S2100, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the ST95 (16MP) and S2100 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ST95 was released 13 months later than the S2100 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ST95 scores versus the S2100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung ST95 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST95 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The complete galleries are available at Samsung ST95 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Sony S2100
ST95 | S2100 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 13 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Samsung ST95
S2100 | ST95 |
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Common features in the Samsung ST95 and Sony S2100
ST95 | S2100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Samsung ST95 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST95 comes with physical dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Samsung ST95 and Sony S2100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ST95 and the S2100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST95 and S2100 is 99 and 93 respectively.

Samsung ST95 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The graphic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ST95 and S2100.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung ST95 to show more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern ST95 should have an edge in sensor tech.

Samsung ST95 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST95 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Samsung ST95 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST95 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-19 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $145 | $0 |