Samsung SL102 vs Sony A300

Here is a in depth comparison of the Samsung SL102 versus Sony A300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the SL102 (10MP) and the A300 (10MP) is very close but the SL102 (1/2.3") and A300 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The SL102 was unveiled 12 months later than the A300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SL102 matches up versus the A300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL102 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL102 Gallery and Sony A300 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL102 offers outside 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) while the Sony A300 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung SL102 versus Sony A300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SL102 compared to the A300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL102 and A300 is 96 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL102 and A300.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The SL102 offers the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field tougher. The more recent SL102 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.