Kodak Mini vs Samsung SL620
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32 Features
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94 Imaging
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Kodak Mini vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-87mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
- 99g - 86 x 53 x 18mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Additionally referred to as PL65
Kodak Mini vs Samsung SL620 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Kodak Mini and Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the Mini (10MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is very close but the Mini (1/3") and SL620 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe Mini was revealed 23 months after the SL620 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the Mini scores vs the SL620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak Mini vs Samsung SL620 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Mini and Samsung SL620. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Mini Gallery and Samsung SL620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Mini over the Samsung SL620
Mini | SL620 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | February 2009 | More modern by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Kodak Mini
SL620 | Mini | |||
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Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Mini and Samsung SL620
Mini | SL620 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Kodak Mini vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak Mini has external measurements of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 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).
Contrast the Kodak Mini and Samsung SL620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Mini versus the SL620.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Mini and SL620 is 97 and 94 respectively.
Kodak Mini vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The image below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Mini and SL620.
As you have seen, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Mini using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung SL620 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent Mini provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Kodak Mini vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak Mini vs Samsung SL620 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Mini | Samsung SL620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Mini | Samsung SL620 |
Also Known as | - | PL65 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-04 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 3640 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 99g (0.22 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 86 x 53 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 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 ID | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $100 | $200 |