Panasonic S2 vs Samsung SL202

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic S2 versus Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the S2 (14MP) and SL202 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2 was released 2 years after the SL202 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S2 grades vs the SL202 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Samsung SL202. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic S2 offers exterior dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Panasonic S2 versus Samsung SL202 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S2 against the SL202.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2 and SL202 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2 and SL202.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic S2 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger S2 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.