Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung SL30

The following is a extensive analysis of the Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was unveiled 4 years after the SL30 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the XZ-10 matches up against the SL30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Samsung SL30. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus XZ-10 has got external measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung SL30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the XZ-10 versus the SL30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and SL30 is 91 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-10 and SL30.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus XZ-10 to give you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher XZ-10 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.