Nikon S80 vs Samsung SH100

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon S80 vs Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S80 (14MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S80 was released 3 months earlier than the SH100 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S80 scores vs the SH100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S80 and Samsung SH100. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S80 Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S80 has outside dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S80 against the SH100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S80 and SH100 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S80 and SH100.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account.