Samsung SH100 vs Sony T900
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Samsung SH100 vs Sony T900 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Announced February 2009

Samsung SH100 vs Sony T900 Overview
Here is a thorough review of the Samsung SH100 and Sony T900, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SH100 was manufactured 23 months later than the T900 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SH100 matches up against the T900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony T900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SH100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung SH100 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Sony T900
SH100 | T900 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Samsung SH100
T900 | SH100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung SH100 and Sony T900
SH100 | T900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Samsung SH100 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SH100 provides external 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) and the Sony T900 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check out the Samsung SH100 and Sony T900 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SH100 against the T900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SH100 and T900 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SH100 and T900.
All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung SH100 to result in more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher SH100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Samsung SH100 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Samsung SH100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SH100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-04 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4230 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 143 gr (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $200 | $300 |