Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90
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33 Features
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![Samsung SL202 front Samsung SL202 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-SL202/Samsung-SL202-front.jpg)
![Samsung ST90 front Samsung ST90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-ST90/Samsung-ST90-front.jpg)
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37 Features
19 Overall
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Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Additionally referred to as PL50
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011
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Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are designed by Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SL202 (10MP) and ST90 (14MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SL202 was released 23 months earlier than the ST90 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SL202 grades versus the ST90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL202 and Samsung ST90. The complete galleries are available at Samsung SL202 Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Samsung ST90
SL202 | ST90 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Samsung SL202
ST90 | SL202 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 23 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung SL202 and Samsung ST90
SL202 | ST90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL202 features outer dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SL202 versus the ST90.
![Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 size comparison Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL202-vs-Samsung-ST90-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL202 and ST90 is 94 and 99 respectively.
![Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 top view buttons comparison Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL202-vs-Samsung-ST90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL202 and ST90.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung ST90 to show more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SL202 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 sensor size comparison Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-SL202-vs-Samsung-ST90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL202-vs-Samsung-ST90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung SL202 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Samsung SL202 | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung SL202 | Samsung ST90 |
Also referred to as | PL50 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-02-17 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $140 | $150 |