Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SH100
90 Imaging
34 Features
31 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Alternate Name is WB550
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011

Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SH100 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung SH100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Samsung. The image resolution of the HZ15W (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The HZ15W was manufactured 22 months earlier than the SH100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the HZ15W scores vs the SH100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SH100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ15W & Samsung SH100. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ15W Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Samsung SH100
HZ15W | SH100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Samsung HZ15W
SH100 | HZ15W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 22 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung SH100
HZ15W | SH100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ15W has got external dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung SH100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the HZ15W versus the SH100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ15W and SH100 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ15W and SH100.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung SH100 to result in greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged HZ15W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
Samsung HZ15W | Samsung SH100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung HZ15W | Samsung SH100 |
Also called as | WB550 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-02-23 | 2011-01-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4230 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 249 grams (0.55 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $330 | $200 |