Samsung SH100 vs Sony W690
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Samsung SH100 vs Sony W690 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
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2012

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W690 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Samsung SH100 vs Sony W690, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SH100 was brought out 14 months before the W690 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SH100 grades versus the W690 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SH100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung SH100 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Sony W690
SH100 | W690 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Samsung SH100
W690 | SH100 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 14 months |
Common features in the Samsung SH100 and Sony W690
SH100 | W690 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung SH100 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Samsung SH100 provides 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) whilst the Sony W690 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Samsung SH100 vs Sony W690 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SH100 compared to the W690.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH100 and W690 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The visual below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH100 and W690.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W690 to give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The older SH100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Samsung SH100 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung SH100 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Samsung SH100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung SH100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-04 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4230 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | - | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 life | - | 220 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $200 | $297 |