Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V
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![Samsung SL102 front Samsung SL102 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-SL102/Samsung-SL102-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX20V/Sony-HX20V-front.jpg)
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Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2009
- Additionally referred to as ES55
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Earlier Model is Sony HX10V
- Refreshed by Sony HX30V
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Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the SL102 (10MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The SL102 was introduced 4 years before the HX20V and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SL102 grades vs the HX20V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL102 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung SL102 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Sony HX20V
SL102 | HX20V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Samsung SL102
HX20V | SL102 | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 42 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung SL102 and Sony HX20V
SL102 | HX20V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Samsung SL102 provides exterior 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 HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SL102 versus the HX20V.
![Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V size comparison Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL102-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX20V-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SL102 and HX20V is 96 and 90 respectively.
![Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V top view buttons comparison Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL102-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX20V-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL102 and HX20V.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony HX20V to offer you greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older SL102 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V sensor size comparison Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-SL102-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX20V-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL102-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX20V-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX20V Specifications
Samsung SL102 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SL102 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Also referred to as | ES55 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2012-07-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) | 254 gr (0.56 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $130 | $397 |