Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung SL820

Below is a extended review of the Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SZ3 (16MP) and SL820 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was released 3 years later than the SL820 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SZ3 matches up versus the SL820 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Samsung SL820. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ3 offers external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has sizing of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ3 against the SL820.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ3 and SL820 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ3 and SL820.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ3 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher SZ3 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.