Samsung SL30 vs Sony H400

Here, we are looking at the Samsung SL30 versus Sony H400, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SL30 (10MP) and H400 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SL30 was launched 6 years earlier than the H400 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SL30 scores versus the H400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung SL30 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung SL30 offers external dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Check out the Samsung SL30 versus Sony H400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SL30 vs the H400.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SL30 and H400 is 95 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL30 and H400.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony H400 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older SL30 will be behind in sensor tech.