Samsung SL202 vs Sony A3000

Here, we are comparing the Samsung SL202 and Sony A3000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SL202 (10MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the SL202 (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The SL202 was announced 5 years prior to the A3000 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SL202 grades against the A3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL202 & Sony Alpha A3000. The whole galleries are available at Samsung SL202 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung SL202 has exterior measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony A3000 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SL202 and the A3000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SL202 and A3000 is 94 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL202 and A3000.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SL202 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A3000 will result in extra detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SL202 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.