Samsung SL620 vs Sony HX100V

Lets look closer at the Samsung SL620 vs Sony HX100V, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the SL620 (12MP) and HX100V (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SL620 was launched 3 years before the HX100V which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SL620 scores versus the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL620 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are available at Samsung SL620 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung SL620 enjoys outside measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony HX100V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SL620 against the HX100V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL620 and HX100V is 94 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SL620 and HX100V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX100V to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SL620 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.