Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Samsung SL202

In this article, we will be matching up the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and SL202 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The XZ-2 iHS was brought out 3 years later than the SL202 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the XZ-2 iHS grades vs the SL202 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus XZ-2 iHS & Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS features physical dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 346 grams (0.76 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).

Compare the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Samsung SL202 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the XZ-2 iHS compared to the SL202.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XZ-2 iHS and SL202 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The graphic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-2 iHS and SL202.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The XZ-2 iHS because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus XZ-2 iHS will produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher XZ-2 iHS should have a benefit in sensor tech.