Samsung SL202 vs Sony TX7

Here, we are matching up the Samsung SL202 and Sony TX7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL202 (10MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is very comparable but the SL202 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") provide different sensor measurements.

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The SL202 was manufactured 10 months before the TX7 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SL202 matches up versus the TX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL202 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The entire galleries are available at Samsung SL202 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL202 enjoys physical dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony TX7 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Samsung SL202 and Sony TX7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SL202 vs the TX7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SL202 and TX7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The image underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL202 and TX7.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The SL202 includes the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The more aged SL202 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.