Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX100V

Following is a detailed analysis of the Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX100V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SL102 (10MP) and HX100V (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SL102 was brought out 3 years earlier than the HX100V which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SL102 matches up versus the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL102 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The entire galleries are available at Samsung SL102 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung SL102 has physical dimensions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Examine the Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX100V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SL102 versus the HX100V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SL102 and HX100V is 96 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL102 and HX100V.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX100V to render greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged SL102 will be behind in sensor innovation.