Samsung SL202 vs Sony HX1
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Samsung SL202 vs Sony HX1 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
- Released February 2009
- Alternative Name is PL50
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Announced April 2009
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Here is a in-depth overview of the Samsung SL202 versus Sony HX1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL202 (10MP) and the HX1 (9MP) is relatively well matched but the SL202 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe SL202 was announced 2 months earlier than the HX1 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SL202 scores versus the HX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Sony HX1
| SL202 | HX1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Samsung SL202
| HX1 | SL202 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Samsung SL202 and Sony HX1
| SL202 | HX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2009 |  | April 2009 | Similar age |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Samsung SL202 vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL202 has external measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SL202 compared to the HX1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SL202 and HX1 is 94 and 67 respectively.
Samsung SL202 vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL202 and HX1.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SL202 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung SL202 will give extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.
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Samsung SL202 vs Sony HX1 Specifications
| Samsung SL202 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung SL202 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
| Also called as | PL50 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2009-02-17 | 2009-04-22 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 9MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.8-5.2 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.60 m | 9.20 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1440x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 544 grams (1.20 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | SLB-10A | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $140 | $47,999 |