Samsung SL102 vs Sony W220
96 Imaging
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95 Imaging
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Samsung SL102 vs Sony W220 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
- Revealed January 2009
- Also referred to as ES55
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009

Samsung SL102 vs Sony W220 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung SL102 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL102 (10MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SL102 was released about the same time to the W220 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SL102 matches up versus the W220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung SL102 vs Sony W220 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL102 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung SL102 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Sony W220
SL102 | W220 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Samsung SL102
W220 | SL102 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Samsung SL102 and Sony W220
SL102 | W220 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Samsung SL102 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL102 has got physical 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 W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Samsung SL102 and Sony W220 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SL102 vs the W220.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL102 and W220 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Samsung SL102 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The image here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SL102 and W220.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony W220 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively.

Samsung SL102 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung SL102 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Samsung SL102 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SL102 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Also called as | ES55 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 116 grams (0.26 lb) | 147 grams (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $130 | $160 |