Olympus 6000 vs Samsung SL202

Below is a detailed assessment of the Olympus 6000 and Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 6000 was brought out 5 months later than the SL202 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the 6000 grades against the SL202 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 6000 offers external measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung SL202 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 6000 and Samsung SL202 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 6000 vs the SL202.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6000 and SL202 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 6000 and SL202.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account.