Canon S100 vs Samsung SL202

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon S100 versus Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S100 (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the S100 (1/1.7") and SL202 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The S100 was introduced 2 years later than the SL202 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S100 matches up vs the SL202 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S100 and Samsung SL202. The whole galleries are available at Canon S100 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon S100 comes with outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S100 versus Samsung SL202 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S100 compared to the SL202.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and SL202 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The visual here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S100 and SL202.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S100 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon S100 will show greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern S100 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.