Samsung SH100 vs Sony WX1

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung SH100 vs Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SH100 (14MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the SH100 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SH100 was manufactured 18 months later than the WX1 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SH100 scores versus the WX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SH100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The entire galleries are available at Samsung SH100 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SH100 enjoys external measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony WX1 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SH100 and the WX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SH100 and WX1 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SH100 and WX1.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SH100 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung SH100 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern SH100 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.