Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung SL202
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Earlier Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Updated by Olympus SP-620 UZ
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Also Known as PL50

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung SL202, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and SL202 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SP-610UZ was manufactured 23 months later than the SL202 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SP-610UZ matches up against the SL202 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ & Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Samsung SL202
SP-610UZ | SL202 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 23 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
SL202 | SP-610UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Samsung SL202
SP-610UZ | SL202 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-610UZ offers external measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung SL202 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the SL202.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and SL202 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and SL202.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SP-610UZ to give extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger SP-610UZ provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus SP-610UZ | Samsung SL202 |
Otherwise known as | - | PL50 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | 405 gr (0.89 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 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 | 340 pictures | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $299 | $140 |