Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung SL202

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Samsung SL202, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-820UZ was unveiled 3 years after the SL202 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SP-820UZ grades against the SL202 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Samsung SL202. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-820UZ has outer measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Samsung SL202 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Samsung SL202 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SP-820UZ versus the SL202.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-820UZ and SL202 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-820UZ and SL202.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-820UZ to give extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger SP-820UZ should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.