Samsung SH100 vs Sony TX5

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung SH100 vs Sony TX5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the SH100 (14MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the SH100 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SH100 was announced 11 months later than the TX5 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SH100 grades against the TX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SH100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung SH100 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SH100 has outside measurements 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 TX5 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SH100 and the TX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH100 and TX5 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SH100 and TX5.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SH100 having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung SH100 will offer greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SH100 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.