Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung SH100
89 Imaging
62 Features
68 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Replaced the Samsung NX1100
- Replacement is Samsung NX3000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011

Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung SH100 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung NX2000 versus Samsung SH100, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and SH100 (14MP) and the NX2000 (APS-C) and SH100 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

The NX2000 was announced 2 years later than the SH100 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the NX2000 grades against the SH100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung SH100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX2000 & Samsung SH100. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX2000 Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Samsung SH100
NX2000 | SH100 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 36 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+922k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Samsung NX2000
SH100 | NX2000 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX2000 and Samsung SH100
NX2000 | SH100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX2000 features exterior measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX2000 versus Samsung SH100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the NX2000 versus the SH100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX2000 and SH100 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX2000 and SH100.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX2000 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX2000 will give greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent NX2000 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
Samsung NX2000 | Samsung SH100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung NX2000 | Samsung SH100 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-11-30 | 2011-01-04 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4230 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 21 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | () |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,152k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 228 gr (0.50 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 75 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 908 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $599 | $200 |