Canon A1300 vs Samsung SL202

On this page, we are matching up the Canon A1300 versus Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the A1300 (16MP) and SL202 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was manufactured 3 years after the SL202 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the A1300 scores versus the SL202 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are available at Canon A1300 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A1300 offers exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Samsung SL202 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the A1300 against the SL202.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A1300 and SL202 is 93 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1300 and SL202.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon A1300 to offer more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher A1300 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.