Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung SL202

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung SL202, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was manufactured 3 years after the SL202 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades against the SL202 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G enjoys external dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Samsung SL202 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung SL202 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G versus the SL202.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and SL202 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 4G and SL202.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to provide more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer Galaxy Camera 4G will have an advantage in sensor technology.