Samsung SL202 vs Sony W310
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32 Features
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Samsung SL202 vs Sony W310 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
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternate Name is PL50
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010

Samsung SL202 vs Sony W310 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung SL202 and Sony W310, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the SL202 (10MP) and the W310 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SL202 was revealed 10 months earlier than the W310 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the SL202 matches up versus the W310 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung SL202 vs Sony W310 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL202 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung SL202 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Sony W310
SL202 | W310 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Samsung SL202
W310 | SL202 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Samsung SL202 and Sony W310
SL202 | W310 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Samsung SL202 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL202 features external measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W310 has proportions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung SL202 and Sony W310 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SL202 and the W310.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL202 and W310 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Samsung SL202 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SL202 and W310.
As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W310 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older SL202 will be behind in sensor innovation.

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Samsung SL202 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Samsung SL202 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SL202 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Also referred to as | PL50 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-02-17 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 137 grams (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $140 | $150 |