Olympus SZ-12 vs Samsung SL102

Lets look a little more in depth at the Olympus SZ-12 and Samsung SL102, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SZ-12 (14MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was introduced 3 years later than the SL102 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ-12 grades vs the SL102 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-12 and Samsung SL102. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-12 offers exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has proportions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-12 and the SL102.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and SL102 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-12 and SL102.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-12 to show greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher SZ-12 will have an edge in sensor innovation.