Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II vs Samsung SH100

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      Specifications

      General Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      BrandSonySamsung
      ModelAlpha SLT-A99 IISH100
      Predecessor ModelSony Alpha SLT-A99
      MSRP$3199
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensPoint & Shoot
      Body TypeSLTUltra Compact
      Video Capture
      Sensor Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Sensor TypeBSI-CMOSCCD
      Sensor SizeFull Frame1/2.3-inch
      Sensor Dimensions35.9 x 24 mm6.08 x 4.56 mm
      Total Pixels43.6 Megapixel14.48 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels42.4 Megapixel14.2 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 25,600
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 102,400
      Photo Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      ProcessorBIONZ X
      Max Image Resolution7952 x 53044230 x 3240
      Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsExtra fine, fine, normal
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Color SpacexvYCC (x.v.color when connected via HDMI cable) compatible with TRILUMINOS color
      Timelapse Recording
      WB Bracketing3 frames
      Focus Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Focusing SystemTTL Phase-detection AF
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-4 to +18 EV
      Number of Focus Points399
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points150
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Lens MountSony A
      Crop Factor1x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Screen TypeFully ArticulatedFixed
      Screen TechnologyWhiteMagic TFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Tilt&Flip Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution1,229k dot230k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      ViewfinderElectronic
      Viewfinder Size0.51"
      Viewfinder Coverage100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.78x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.78x
      Viewfinder Resolution2,359k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint23 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +3
      Shutter Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec8 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/2000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting12.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 12 fps at 42 MP
      Flash Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesOff
      auto
      fill
      slow sync
      redeye reduction
      rear sync
      high-speed sync
      wireless
      Fill Flash
      Off
      Red-Eye Reduction
      Slow Sync
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemP-TTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, Proprietary
      Exposure Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-2 to +17 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±5 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments)
      Exposure LockAvailable with AE lock button. AE is also locked when focus is locked in multi-segment metering mode. (AEL w/shutter (Auto/On/Off) is supported)
      DXO Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      DxO Low Light ISO2317
      DxO Color Depth25.4
      DxO Dynamic Range13.4
      DxO Overall Score92
      Video Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC SMotion JPEG
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 21601280 x 720
      Webcam Functionality
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min
      Terminals Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoMono
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version4.1
      NFC
      Remote Control wired, wireless, or smartphone
      Environmental Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Physical Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Dimensions143 x 104 x 76 mm (5.63 x 4.09 x 2.99")93 x 54 x 19 mm (3.66 x 2.13 x 0.75")
      Weight (inc. batteries)849 g (1.87 lb / 29.95 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7.7 x 6.9 x 6.2"
      Package Weight3.3 lb
      Power and Storage Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Battery PackNP-FM500H
      Battery Life490 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSlot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
      Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I)
      Other Sony Alpha SLT-A99 II Samsung SH100
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 secs
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
      Electronic Level Gauge


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