Nikon S01 vs Samsung SH100
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33 Features
16 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Nikon S01 vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 96g - 77 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011

Nikon S01 vs Samsung SH100 Overview
Following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S01 versus Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S01 (10MP) and SH100 (14MP) and the S01 (1/2.9") and SH100 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

The S01 was manufactured 2 years after the SH100 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S01 matches up versus the SH100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S01 vs Samsung SH100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S01 and Samsung SH100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S01 Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the Samsung SH100
S01 | SH100 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Nikon S01
SH100 | S01 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Nikon S01 and Samsung SH100
S01 | SH100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S01 vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S01 has outside measurements of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S01 versus Samsung SH100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S01 versus the SH100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S01 and SH100 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S01 vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S01 and SH100.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S01 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung SH100 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern S01 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Nikon S01 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S01 vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S01 | Samsung SH100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S01 | Samsung SH100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-06-21 | 2011-01-04 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.9" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.96 x 3.72mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 18.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4230 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 7.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 1.20 m | - |
External flash | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 96 grams (0.21 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | 190 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Built-in | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage slots | - | Single |
Launch cost | $170 | $200 |