Samsung SL102 vs Sony RX100

In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung SL102 versus Sony RX100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the SL102 (10MP) and RX100 (20MP) and the SL102 (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") feature totally different sensor size.

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The SL102 was released 4 years prior to the RX100 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SL102 scores against the RX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL102 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung SL102 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL102 comes with outside measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Compare the Samsung SL102 versus Sony RX100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SL102 and the RX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SL102 and RX100 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SL102 and RX100.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SL102 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX100 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older SL102 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.