Samsung SL30 vs Sony HX7V

Following is a in-depth overview of the Samsung SL30 and Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the SL30 (10MP) and HX7V (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SL30 was brought out 3 years before the HX7V which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SL30 matches up against the HX7V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung SL30 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL30 enjoys outside measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Samsung SL30 and Sony HX7V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SL30 and the HX7V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SL30 and HX7V is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL30 and HX7V.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX7V to provide you with extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged SL30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.