Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung SH100

On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus SP-100 and Samsung SH100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was announced 3 years later than the SH100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the SP-100 grades versus the SH100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Samsung SH100. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-100 has physical dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung SH100 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Olympus SP-100 and Samsung SH100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-100 against the SH100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and SH100 is 63 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-100 and SH100.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-100 to provide you with more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer SP-100 will have a benefit in sensor technology.