Samsung SL202 vs Samsung WB30F

In this article, we are evaluating the Samsung SL202 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both produced by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SL202 (10MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SL202 was announced 4 years earlier than the WB30F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SL202 scores vs the WB30F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL202 and Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung SL202 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL202 has external measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung SL202 versus Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SL202 compared to the WB30F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SL202 and WB30F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The graphic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL202 and WB30F.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB30F to provide you with greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The older SL202 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.