Panasonic S3 vs Samsung SL102

Following is a complete review of the Panasonic S3 vs Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the S3 (14MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3 was unveiled 2 years after the SL102 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the S3 scores vs the SL102 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic S3 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S3 and the SL102.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3 and SL102 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S3 and SL102.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic S3 to give you extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern S3 should have an advantage in sensor tech.