Samsung SH100 vs Sony RX10 III

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Samsung SH100 versus Sony RX10 III, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the SH100 (14MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the SH100 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The SH100 was released 6 years earlier than the RX10 III which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SH100 grades against the RX10 III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SH100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung SH100 Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung SH100 provides external measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 III has sizing of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") having a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SH100 compared to the RX10 III.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH100 and RX10 III is 99 and 53 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH100 and RX10 III.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SH100 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony RX10 III will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged SH100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.