Samsung SL202 vs Sony a1
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Samsung SL202 vs Sony a1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Additionally referred to as PL50
(Full Review)
- 50MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
- Revealed January 2021
Samsung SL202 vs Sony a1 Overview
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.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Samsung SL202 vs Sony a1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Sony a1
SL202 | a1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Samsung SL202
a1 | SL202 | |||
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Revealed | January 2021 | February 2009 | More modern by 145 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 230k | Sharper display (+1210k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung SL202 and Sony a1
SL202 | a1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung SL202 vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison
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.
Samsung SL202 vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Samsung SL202 vs Sony a1 Specifications
Samsung SL202 | Sony Alpha a1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SL202 | Sony Alpha a1 |
Otherwise known as | PL50 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-02-17 | 2021-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 50 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 8640 x 5760 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 32000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 133 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 9,437 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/8000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 30.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/400s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 7680x4320 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 737 grams (1.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 530 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | 2 |
Retail pricing | $140 | $6,498 |