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Samsung SL620 vs Sony a1

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
13
Overall
25
Samsung SL620 front
 
Sony Alpha a1 front
Portability
61
Imaging
81
Features
93
Overall
85

Samsung SL620 vs Sony a1 Key Specs

Samsung SL620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Revealed February 2009
  • Additionally referred to as PL65
Sony a1
(Full Review)
  • 50MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
  • Released January 2021
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony a1 Overview

The following is a extended analysis of the Samsung SL620 versus Sony a1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SL620 (12MP) and a1 (50MP) and the SL620 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The SL620 was revealed 13 years before the a1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the SL620 grades vs the a1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Sony a1

 SL620 a1 

Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Samsung SL620

 a1 SL620 
ReleasedJanuary 2021February 2009Newer by 145 months
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1440k230kClearer display (+1210k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung SL620 and Sony a1

 SL620 a1 
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Samsung SL620 vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL620 features outside dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SL620 versus the a1.

Samsung SL620 vs Sony a1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL620 and a1 is 94 and 61 respectively.

Samsung SL620 vs Sony a1 top view buttons comparison

Samsung SL620 vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL620 and a1.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SL620 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony a1 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 38 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SL620 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung SL620 vs Sony a1 sensor size comparison

Samsung SL620 vs Sony a1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung SL620 vs Sony a1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung SL620 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony a1 as a Portrait photography camera
26
features face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
88
manual focus
flash sync is higher than normal (1/400s)
megapixel count excellent (50MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports face detect focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung SL620 Street photography factors
Sony a1 Street photography factors
47
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (168 grams)
79
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
features focus via touch
environment sealing
above average ISO range (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung SL620 Sports photography details
Sony a1 Sports photography details
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
90
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
silent shutter (1/32,000s)
fast shooting (30.0 fps)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count excellent (50 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment sealing
good battery (530 shots)
supports phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung SL620
Travel photography with Sony a1
50
built-in flash
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (168 grams)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
73
good battery (530 per charge)
environment sealing
supports bluetooth
features focus via touch
megapixel count excellent (50MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung SL620
Landscape photography with Sony a1
23
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
88
manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count excellent (50MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average ISO range (32,000)
saves RAW files
environment sealing
good battery (530 CIPA)
two card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung SL620 Vlogging advice
Sony a1 Vlogging advice
24
features face detection focus
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (168 grams)
36
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect focus
high res video (7680 x 4320 pxls)
comes with microphone socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony a1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung SL620 and Sony a1
 Samsung SL620Sony Alpha a1
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model Samsung SL620 Sony Alpha a1
Alternative name PL65 -
Class Ultracompact Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2009-02-17 2021-01-26
Physical type Ultracompact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 50MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 8640 x 5760
Highest native ISO 1600 32000
Highest boosted ISO - 102400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Lowest boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
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
Number of focus points - 759
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Sony E
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) -
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.7 -
Macro focus range 5cm -
Total lenses - 133
Focal length multiplier 5.9 1
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 1,440k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 9,437k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.9x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/8000s
Maximum silent shutter speed - 1/32000s
Continuous shooting rate - 30.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.60 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/400s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98)
Highest video resolution 640x480 7680x4320
Video data format Motion JPEG XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 pounds) 737 grams (1.62 pounds)
Physical dimensions 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 530 pictures
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported)
Card slots Single Dual
Launch cost $200 $6,498