Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310
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![Samsung SL620 front Samsung SL620 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-SL620/Samsung-SL620-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W310.jpg)
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 Key Specs
(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
- Released February 2009
- Also Known as PL65
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 Overview
Lets look closer at the Samsung SL620 versus Sony W310, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL620 (12MP) and the W310 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The SL620 was revealed 10 months earlier than the W310 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SL620 matches up vs the W310 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL620 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung SL620 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Sony W310
SL620 | W310 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Samsung SL620
W310 | SL620 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 10 months |
Common features in the Samsung SL620 and Sony W310
SL620 | W310 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL620 enjoys external measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check the Samsung SL620 versus Sony W310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SL620 versus the W310.
![Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 size comparison Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL620-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W310-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL620 and W310 is 94 and 96 respectively.
![Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 top view buttons comparison Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL620-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W310-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL620 and W310.
As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SL620 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
![Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 sensor size comparison Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-SL620-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W310-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL620-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W310-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Samsung SL620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung SL620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Also referred to as | PL65 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-02-17 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 137 grams (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $150 |