Samsung SH100 vs Sony a3500

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung SH100 and Sony a3500, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SH100 (14MP) and a3500 (20MP) and the SH100 (1/2.3") and a3500 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The SH100 was brought out 4 years before the a3500 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SH100 matches up versus the a3500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SH100 & Sony Alpha a3500. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung SH100 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung SH100 comes with exterior dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony a3500 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Examine the Samsung SH100 and Sony a3500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SH100 vs the a3500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SH100 and a3500 is 99 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH100 and a3500.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SH100 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony a3500 will offer you more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged SH100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.