Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung SL202

Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX30 IS versus Samsung SL202, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SX30 IS (14MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was released 20 months later than the SL202 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX30 IS grades vs the SL202 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Samsung SL202. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX30 IS features external measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX30 IS versus Samsung SL202 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX30 IS vs the SL202.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and SL202 is 64 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX30 IS and SL202.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX30 IS to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer SX30 IS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.