Nikon S220 vs Samsung SH100

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon S220 versus Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the S220 (10MP) and SH100 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S220 was revealed 23 months before the SH100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S220 matches up against the SH100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S220 & Samsung SH100. The full galleries are available at Nikon S220 Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S220 has outside measurements of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Samsung SH100 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S220 versus Samsung SH100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S220 vs the SH100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S220 and SH100 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S220 and SH100.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung SH100 to give you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged S220 is going to be behind in sensor technology.