Samsung CL5 vs Samsung SL620

Here is a complete comparison of the Samsung CL5 vs Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both offered by Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and SL620 (12MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and SL620 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The CL5 was brought out within a month of the SL620 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the CL5 scores vs the SL620 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL5 & Samsung SL620. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung CL5 enjoys physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung SL620 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the CL5 compared to the SL620.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CL5 and SL620 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the CL5 and SL620.

All in all, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CL5 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung SL620 will resolve extra detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively.