Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung SH100

The following is a in depth overview of the Samsung NX1100 versus Samsung SH100, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and both are produced by Samsung. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and SH100 (14MP) and the NX1100 (APS-C) and SH100 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX1100 was brought out 2 years after the SH100 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the NX1100 scores against the SH100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1100 and Samsung SH100. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX1100 provides exterior measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung SH100 has specifications 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 Samsung NX1100 versus Samsung SH100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the NX1100 against the SH100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1100 and SH100 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The pic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1100 and SH100.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX1100 because of its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Samsung NX1100 will result in extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent NX1100 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.