Samsung SL202 vs Sony W290
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Samsung SL202 vs Sony W290 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
- Also referred to as PL50
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
Samsung SL202 vs Sony W290 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Samsung SL202 and Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the SL202 (10MP) and the W290 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SL202 was manufactured very close to the W290 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SL202 matches up against the W290 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung SL202 vs Sony W290 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL202 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung SL202 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Sony W290
SL202 | W290 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Samsung SL202
W290 | SL202 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Samsung SL202 and Sony W290
SL202 | W290 | |||
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Released | February 2009 | February 2009 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Samsung SL202 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL202 provides exterior dimensions 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 W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Samsung SL202 and Sony W290 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SL202 vs the W290.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SL202 and W290 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Samsung SL202 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL202 and W290.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony W290 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively.
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Samsung SL202 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Samsung SL202 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SL202 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Also called as | PL50 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-17 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $140 | $230 |