Samsung NX200 vs Samsung SL102
90 Imaging
61 Features
57 Overall
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96 Imaging
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Samsung NX200 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Released February 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX100
- Replacement is Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternate Name is ES55

Samsung NX200 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Samsung NX200 vs Samsung SL102, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Samsung. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and SL102 (10MP) and the NX200 (APS-C) and SL102 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

The NX200 was introduced 3 years later than the SL102 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the NX200 scores vs the SL102 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung NX200 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX200 & Samsung SL102. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX200 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Samsung SL102
NX200 | SL102 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 39 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Samsung NX200
SL102 | NX200 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Samsung SL102
NX200 | SL102 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Samsung NX200 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX200 has exterior dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has dimensions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX200 vs Samsung SL102 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the NX200 and the SL102.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and SL102 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Samsung NX200 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The photograph below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX200 and SL102.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX200 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung NX200 will show greater detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent NX200 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung NX200 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX200 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Samsung NX200 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung NX200 | Samsung SL102 |
Alternative name | - | ES55 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-28 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 614 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223 grams (0.49 lb) | 116 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 69 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 618 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BC1030 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $818 | $130 |