Samsung SH100 vs Sony W620

Its time to take a deeper look at the Samsung SH100 and Sony W620, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH100 was revealed 12 months prior to the W620 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SH100 grades vs the W620 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SH100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are available at Samsung SH100 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung SH100 enjoys exterior measurements 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) while the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Samsung SH100 and Sony W620 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SH100 and the W620.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SH100 and W620 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SH100 and W620.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older SH100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.