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Samsung SH100 vs Sony W380

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Samsung SH100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W380 Key Specs

Samsung SH100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2011
Sony W380
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2010
Photography Glossary

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W380 Overview

Here is a detailed comparison of the Samsung SH100 and Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH100 was announced 13 months later than the W380 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SH100 scores versus the W380 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Sony W380

 SH100 W380 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2010Fresher by 13 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Samsung SH100

 W380 SH100 

Common features in the Samsung SH100 and Sony W380

 SH100 W380 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung SH100 features exterior dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SH100 and the W380.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W380 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH100 and W380 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W380 top view buttons comparison

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SH100 and W380.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of files but you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern SH100 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W380 sensor size comparison

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W380 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W380 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung SH100 Portrait photography advice
Sony W380 Portrait photography advice
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung SH100 Street photography highlights
Sony W380 Street photography highlights
49
fixed screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
low max ISO (0)
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung SH100 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W380 as a Sports photography camera
26
megapixel count good (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
low fps (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung SH100 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W380 as a Travel photography camera
71
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
65
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung SH100 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W380 as a Landscape photography camera
37
fast maximum aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual control
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
38
rather wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung SH100 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W380 as a Vlogging camera
33
fast maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
does have external mic socket
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
29
rather wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone jack
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Samsung SH100 vs Sony W380 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung SH100 and Sony W380
 Samsung SH100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380
General Information
Make Samsung Sony
Model Samsung SH100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-04 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz
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 area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4230 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/2.4-5.9
Macro focus range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 2 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 4.80 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 117g (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8")
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
Battery model - NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2)
Time lapse feature
Storage media - SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $200 $44