Samsung SH100 vs Sony W550
99 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
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Samsung SH100 vs Sony W550 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Revealed July 2011

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W550 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Samsung SH100 versus Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SH100 was revealed 6 months prior to the W550 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the SH100 grades vs the W550 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W550 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SH100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The full galleries are available at Samsung SH100 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Sony W550
SH100 | W550 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the Samsung SH100
W550 | SH100 |
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Common features in the Samsung SH100 and Sony W550
SH100 | W550 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung SH100 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SH100 comes with external 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 W550 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Samsung SH100 versus Sony W550 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SH100 vs the W550.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH100 and W550 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH100 and W550.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W550 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Samsung SH100 vs Sony W550 Specifications
Samsung SH100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung SH100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-01-04 | 2011-07-24 |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4230 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 110g (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | - |
Cost at launch | $200 | $119 |