Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Samsung PL170 and Samsung ST93 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Samsung PL170 has external dimensions of 95 x 57 x 19 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.75″) and weighs (including batteries). Samsung ST93 has external dimensions of 92 x 53 x 17 mm (3.62 x 2.09 x 0.67″) and weighs 110 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Samsung PL170 and the Samsung ST93. Samsung ST93 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Samsung PL170.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Samsung PL170 and Samsung ST93.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Samsung PL170 and Samsung ST93.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung PL170 is 110g lighter than the Samsung ST93 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Samsung PL170 nor Samsung ST93 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung PL170 and Samsung ST93's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.