Nikon D100 vs Samsung SH100

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon D100 and the Samsung SH100, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Nikon D100 was introduced in July 2002 and Samsung SH100 was introduced in January 2011. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon D100 over Samsung SH100.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung SH100 over Nikon D100.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Nikon D100 has a 1.8" screen with 118k dot resolution and Samsung SH100 has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Samsung SH100 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment

Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder on Nikon D100

Nikon D100 has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder. It has a 95% coverage and 0.80x (0.53x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Samsung SH100.

Nikon D100 features a 6.1 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.7 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 369.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 200 - 1,600. Samsung SH100 features a 14.2 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm². Its native ISO range is [].

Nikon D100 can take pictures up to 3008 x 2000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2240 x 1488, 1504 x 1000 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Samsung SH100 can take pictures up to 4230 x 3240 resolution.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Nikon D100 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Samsung SH100 nothing can be done.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Samsung SH100

Samsung SH100 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs

Both models have USB inputs for data transfer.

External Storage Slots

Nikon D100 has a single CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive card slot. Samsung SH100 has a single card slot.

Shutter

Nikon D100 has Electronic assist shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon D100, and up to 1/2000 sec on Samsung SH100. Nikon D100 can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 11.00 m at ISO 100 on Nikon D100. Nikon D100 also accepts external flash. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Nikon D100.

Nikon D100 body has dimensions of 144 x 116 x 81 mm (5.67 x 4.57 x 3.19") and Samsung SH100 body has dimensions of 93 x 54 x 19 mm (3.66 x 2.13 x 0.75"). Nikon D100 weighs 780 g (1.72 lb / 27.51 oz) and Samsung SH100 weighs [].

Nikon D100

Samsung SH100

144 mm

116 mm

93 mm

54 mm

116 mm

54 mm

81 mm

19 mm