Samsung SL102 vs Sony W650

Here is a extensive assessment of the Samsung SL102 vs Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the SL102 (10MP) and W650 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SL102 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the W650 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the SL102 scores against the W650 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL102 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL102 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung SL102 has got 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 W650 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SL102 vs the W650.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL102 and W650 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SL102 and W650.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony W650 to show extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SL102 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.