Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL102
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Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is mju 7030
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Additionally Known as ES55

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the 7030 (14MP) and SL102 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The 7030 was unveiled 13 months later than the SL102 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the 7030 scores vs the SL102 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Samsung SL102. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Samsung SL102
7030 | SL102 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Olympus 7030
SL102 | 7030 |
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Common features in the Olympus 7030 and Samsung SL102
7030 | SL102 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 7030 provides outer dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL102 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the 7030 against the SL102.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7030 and SL102 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and SL102.
Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus 7030 to offer extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The newer 7030 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7030 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 7030 | Samsung SL102 |
Alternative name | mju 7030 | ES55 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9 and 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max 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 | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $179 | $130 |