Samsung SH100 vs Sony A7S
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Samsung SH100 vs Sony A7S Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 409600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Revealed April 2014
- Replacement is Sony A7S II
Samsung SH100 vs Sony A7S Overview
Below, we are comparing the Samsung SH100 and Sony A7S, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the A7S (12MP) is fairly comparable but the SH100 (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SH100 was brought out 4 years earlier than the A7S which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SH100 scores versus the A7S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung SH100 vs Sony A7S Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SH100 & Sony Alpha A7S. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung SH100 Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Sony A7S
SH100 | A7S | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Samsung SH100
A7S | SH100 | |||
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Revealed | April 2014 | January 2011 | Newer by 39 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung SH100 and Sony A7S
SH100 | A7S | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung SH100 vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung SH100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony A7S has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Compare the Samsung SH100 and Sony A7S in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SH100 against the A7S.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH100 and A7S is 99 and 77 respectively.
Samsung SH100 vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH100 and A7S.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SH100 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung SH100 will show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SH100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Samsung SH100 vs Sony A7S Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung SH100 vs Sony A7S Specifications
Samsung SH100 | Sony Alpha A7S | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung SH100 | Sony Alpha A7S |
Class | Ultracompact | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2011-01-04 | 2014-04-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4230 x 3240 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | - | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | () | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0fps |
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 | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 489 gr (1.08 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 87 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3702 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $200 | $1,998 |