Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL202

Its time to examine more in depth at the Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL202, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was brought out 15 months later than the SL202 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the HZ50W scores against the SL202 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ50W & Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ50W features external dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL202 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the HZ50W against the SL202.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ50W and SL202 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ50W and SL202.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung HZ50W to result in extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger HZ50W is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.