Nikon S3100 vs Samsung SH100

Below is a extended overview of the Nikon S3100 versus Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3100 was released 2 months later than the SH100 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the S3100 scores versus the SH100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3100 and Samsung SH100. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3100 Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3100 has got exterior dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) while 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).

Look at the Nikon S3100 versus Samsung SH100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the S3100 versus the SH100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3100 and SH100 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S3100 and SH100.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files though you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account.