Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SL820

In this article, we are analyzing the Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both designed by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ15W (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ15W was revealed at a similar time to the SL820 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the HZ15W scores against the SL820 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ15W & Samsung SL820. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ15W Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ15W features outside measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SL820 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the HZ15W and the SL820.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ15W and SL820 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The visual below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ15W and SL820.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images although you may want to take the age of the cameras into account.