Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Samsung SL102

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and SL102 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The XZ-2 iHS was announced 4 years later than the SL102 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the XZ-2 iHS scores against the SL102 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Samsung SL102. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS has exterior dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has proportions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Samsung SL102 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the XZ-2 iHS compared to the SL102.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the XZ-2 iHS and SL102 is 85 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-2 iHS and SL102.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The XZ-2 iHS using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Olympus XZ-2 iHS will resolve more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger XZ-2 iHS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.