Samsung SH100 vs Sony NEX-3

In this article, we are looking at the Samsung SH100 and Sony NEX-3, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the SH100 (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The SH100 was launched 8 months later than the NEX-3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SH100 scores vs the NEX-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SH100 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are available at Samsung SH100 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung SH100 enjoys physical dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has measurements of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SH100 and the NEX-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH100 and NEX-3 is 99 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH100 and NEX-3.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The SH100 comes with the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow DOF harder. The newer SH100 should have a benefit in sensor tech.