Samsung SL30 vs Sony A55

Following is a thorough analysis of the Samsung SL30 vs Sony A55, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SL30 (10MP) and A55 (16MP) and the SL30 (1/2.3") and A55 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The SL30 was revealed 18 months prior to the A55 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SL30 matches up vs the A55 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL30 and Sony SLT-A55. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung SL30 Gallery and Sony A55 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung SL30 has got physical measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony A55 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung SL30 vs Sony A55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SL30 versus the A55.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SL30 and A55 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SL30 and A55.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SL30 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A55 will result in extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SL30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.