Samsung SL202 vs Sony a1

On this page, we are contrasting the Samsung SL202 versus Sony a1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SL202 (10MP) and a1 (50MP) and the SL202 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SL202 was revealed 13 years before the a1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SL202 matches up against the a1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL202 and Sony Alpha a1. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL202 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL202 has exterior dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony a1 has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Look at the Samsung SL202 versus Sony a1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SL202 compared to the a1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SL202 and a1 is 94 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL202 and a1.

As you can see, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SL202 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony a1 will provide extra detail because of its extra 40MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SL202 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.