Samsung SL30 vs Sony H20
95 Imaging
33 Features
14 Overall
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87 Imaging
33 Features
29 Overall
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Samsung SL30 vs Sony H20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Also Known as ES15
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Revealed May 2009

Samsung SL30 vs Sony H20 Overview
Let's look closer at the Samsung SL30 versus Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL30 (10MP) and the H20 (10MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SL30 was introduced 2 months prior to the H20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SL30 matches up vs the H20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung SL30 vs Sony H20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung SL30 Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Sony H20
SL30 | H20 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Samsung SL30
H20 | SL30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Samsung SL30 and Sony H20
SL30 | H20 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | ![]() | May 2009 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Samsung SL30 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL30 comes with exterior dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony H20 has measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check out the Samsung SL30 versus Sony H20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SL30 vs the H20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SL30 and H20 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Samsung SL30 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL30 and H20.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account.

Samsung SL30 vs Sony H20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung SL30 vs Sony H20 Specifications
Samsung SL30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung SL30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
Also called | ES15 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-17 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
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 | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.5-4.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | 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, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lb) | 250g (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $93 | $249 |