Samsung SL102 vs Sony TX55

On this page, we are evaluating the Samsung SL102 versus Sony TX55, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SL102 (10MP) and TX55 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SL102 was manufactured 3 years before the TX55 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SL102 matches up versus the TX55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL102 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung SL102 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung SL102 enjoys outer measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

See the Samsung SL102 versus Sony TX55 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SL102 against the TX55.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SL102 and TX55 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SL102 and TX55.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony TX55 to provide greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older SL102 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.