Canon SX500 IS vs Samsung SL202
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Canon SX500 IS vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 341g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Released August 2012
- Refreshed by Canon SX510 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Also referred to as PL50
Canon SX500 IS vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX500 IS vs Samsung SL202, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX500 IS (16MP) and SL202 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SX500 IS was launched 3 years after the SL202 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX500 IS grades against the SL202 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX500 IS vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS & Samsung SL202. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX500 IS over the Samsung SL202
SX500 IS | SL202 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 43 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Canon SX500 IS
SL202 | SX500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX500 IS and Samsung SL202
SX500 IS | SL202 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon SX500 IS vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX500 IS offers outside measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Samsung SL202 has dimensions 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 SX500 IS vs Samsung SL202 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX500 IS compared to the SL202.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and SL202 is 80 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX500 IS vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX500 IS and SL202.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX500 IS to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent SX500 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Canon SX500 IS vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX500 IS vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Samsung SL202 |
Also called | - | PL50 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-08-21 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/1600 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 341 grams (0.75 lb) | 168 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 195 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $299 | $140 |