Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung SL102
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Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2015
- Old Model is Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
- Also referred to as ES55

Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung SL102, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX610 HS was launched 6 years after the SL102 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX610 HS scores vs the SL102 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Samsung SL102
SX610 HS | SL102 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 73 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Canon SX610 HS
SL102 | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Samsung SL102
SX610 HS | SL102 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX610 HS enjoys outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung SL102 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX610 HS against the SL102.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and SL102 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The image underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX610 HS and SL102.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SX610 HS to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher SX610 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Samsung SL102 |
Also referred to as | - | ES55 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.5 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 191g (0.42 lb) | 116g (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $214 | $130 |