Samsung SL202 vs Sony HX10V

Lets look much closer at the Samsung SL202 versus Sony HX10V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SL202 (10MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SL202 was announced 4 years before the HX10V which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SL202 grades against the HX10V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL202 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are available at Samsung SL202 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL202 features exterior measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung SL202 versus Sony HX10V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SL202 against the HX10V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL202 and HX10V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL202 and HX10V.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX10V to give more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more aged SL202 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.