Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung SL202

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the LF1 (1/1.7") and SL202 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The LF1 was manufactured 4 years later than the SL202 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the LF1 grades vs the SL202 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic LF1 comes with external measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung SL202 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the LF1 vs the SL202.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LF1 and SL202 is 92 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the LF1 and SL202.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The LF1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic LF1 will show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern LF1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.