Samsung SL102 vs Sony TF1

Following is a in depth comparison of the Samsung SL102 and Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the SL102 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SL102 was brought out 5 years earlier than the TF1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SL102 matches up versus the TF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL102 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung SL102 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL102 comes with external measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Samsung SL102 and Sony TF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SL102 against the TF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL102 and TF1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The pic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL102 and TF1.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony TF1 to deliver greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SL102 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.