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Samsung SH100 vs Sony W570

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Samsung SH100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
25
Overall
33

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W570 Key Specs

Samsung SH100
(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
  • Launched January 2011
Sony W570
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
  • 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Samsung SH100 vs Sony W570 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung SH100 versus Sony W570, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the W570 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH100 was released at a similar time to the W570 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SH100 matches up vs the W570 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Sony W570

 SH100 W570 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Samsung SH100

 W570 SH100 

Common features in the Samsung SH100 and Sony W570

 SH100 W570 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011January 2011Same generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SH100 offers exterior measurements 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 W570 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung SH100 versus Sony W570 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SH100 against the W570.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W570 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH100 and W570 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W570 top view buttons comparison

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH100 and W570.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony W570 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W570 sensor size comparison

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W570 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung SH100 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W570 as a Portrait photography camera
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
30
megapixel count good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung SH100 Street photography factors
Sony W570 Street photography factors
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
low max ISO (0)
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung SH100 Sports photography information
Sony W570 Sports photography information
26
good megapixels (14MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
36
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
low fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung SH100 Travel photography information
Sony W570 Travel photography information
71
good megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
66
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
no Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung SH100 Landscape photography factors
Sony W570 Landscape photography factors
37
good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inch)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
lacks RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
38
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung SH100 Vlogging details
Sony W570 Vlogging details
33
good maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
does have external mic jack
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
29
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic socket
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Samsung SH100 vs Sony W570 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung SH100 and Sony W570
 Samsung SH100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model Samsung SH100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-04 2011-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4230 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO - 3200
Min native ISO - 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 25-125mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/2.6-6.3
Macro focus range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 2 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.70 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
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 - 116 gr (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Retail price $200 $159