Samsung SL202 vs Sony W220
94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung SL202 vs Sony W220 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
- Announced February 2009
- Additionally Known as PL50
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Samsung SL202 vs Sony W220 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Samsung SL202 vs Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL202 (10MP) and the W220 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SL202 was unveiled 2 months later than the W220 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SL202 grades vs the W220 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung SL202 vs Sony W220 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL202 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are available at Samsung SL202 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Sony W220
SL202 | W220 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Samsung SL202
W220 | SL202 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Samsung SL202 and Sony W220
SL202 | W220 | |||
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Launched | February 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Samsung SL202 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL202 offers outside dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung SL202 vs Sony W220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SL202 compared to the W220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SL202 and W220 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Samsung SL202 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SL202 and W220.
All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony W220 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively.

Samsung SL202 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung SL202 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Samsung SL202 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung SL202 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Also called as | PL50 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-17 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lb) | 147 gr (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $140 | $160 |