Samsung SH100 vs Sony A350

On this page, we are comparing the Samsung SH100 versus Sony A350, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the A350 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the SH100 (1/2.3") and A350 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The SH100 was launched 2 years after the A350 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the SH100 grades vs the A350 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SH100 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The complete galleries are available at Samsung SH100 Gallery and Sony A350 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SH100 provides physical measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony A350 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

Examine the Samsung SH100 versus Sony A350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SH100 versus the A350.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH100 and A350 is 99 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SH100 and A350.

To sum up, each of the cameras have the same megapixels but not the same sensor dimensions. The SH100 has got the tinier sensor which should make achieving bokeh more challenging. The more modern SH100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.