Samsung SL30 vs Sony W330

In this article, we will be analyzing the Samsung SL30 versus Sony W330, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SL30 (10MP) and W330 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SL30 was manufactured 10 months prior to the W330 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SL30 matches up vs the W330 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung SL30 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL30 enjoys external dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony W330 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Samsung SL30 versus Sony W330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SL30 against the W330.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SL30 and W330 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SL30 and W330.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W330 to show extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SL30 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.