Samsung SH100 vs Sony A35

Following is a comprehensive review of the Samsung SH100 vs Sony A35, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the A35 (16MP) is very comparable but the SH100 (1/2.3") and A35 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The SH100 was revealed 8 months before the A35 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SH100 scores vs the A35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SH100 and Sony SLT-A35. The full galleries are available at Samsung SH100 Gallery and Sony A35 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung SH100 has 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) and the Sony A35 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

Look at the Samsung SH100 vs Sony A35 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SH100 vs the A35.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SH100 and A35 is 99 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SH100 and A35.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SH100 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Sony A35 will produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SH100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.