Samsung SL202 vs Sony HX20V

On this page, we will be contrasting the Samsung SL202 vs Sony HX20V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SL202 (10MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SL202 was brought out 4 years earlier than the HX20V which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SL202 matches up against the HX20V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL202 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung SL202 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung SL202 features exterior measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung SL202 vs Sony HX20V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SL202 versus the HX20V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SL202 and HX20V is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The image underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SL202 and HX20V.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX20V to produce more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged SL202 will be behind in sensor tech.