Samsung SL202 vs Sony W550

Following is a thorough analysis of the Samsung SL202 vs Sony W550, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SL202 (10MP) and W550 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SL202 was revealed 3 years prior to the W550 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SL202 scores against the W550 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL202 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL202 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung SL202 has got 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 W550 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SL202 compared to the W550.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SL202 and W550 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL202 and W550.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony W550 to give more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SL202 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.