Samsung SL102 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung SL102 versus Sony NEX-C3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SL102 (10MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the SL102 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The SL102 was introduced 3 years before the NEX-C3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SL102 grades against the NEX-C3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL102 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are available at Samsung SL102 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL102 enjoys exterior measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has proportions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung SL102 versus Sony NEX-C3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SL102 versus the NEX-C3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SL102 and NEX-C3 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SL102 and NEX-C3.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SL102 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony NEX-C3 will show more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older SL102 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.