Samsung SL102 vs Sony a5100

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Samsung SL102 and Sony a5100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SL102 (10MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the SL102 (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The SL102 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the a5100 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SL102 scores versus the a5100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL102 & Sony Alpha a5100. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL102 Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL102 offers physical dimensions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony a5100 has proportions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SL102 compared to the a5100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SL102 and a5100 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The image here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL102 and a5100.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SL102 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony a5100 will resolve extra detail having an extra 14MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged SL102 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.