Samsung CL5 vs Samsung SL30

Here is a in depth comparison of the Samsung CL5 vs Samsung SL30, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Samsung. The image resolution of the CL5 (9MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the CL5 (1/2.5") and SL30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The CL5 was revealed very close to the SL30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the CL5 grades versus the SL30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung CL5 & Samsung SL30. The full galleries are available at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung CL5 has physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the CL5 against the SL30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CL5 and SL30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CL5 and SL30.

Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The CL5 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung SL30 will show extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively.