Nikon S70 vs Samsung SH100

Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S70 and Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S70 was revealed 17 months prior to the SH100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S70 matches up vs the SH100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S70 & Samsung SH100. The full galleries are available at Nikon S70 Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S70 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung SH100 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S70 vs the SH100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S70 and SH100 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S70 and SH100.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung SH100 to give greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged S70 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.