Samsung SL620 vs Sony W330
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally referred to as PL65
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Announced January 2010
Samsung SL620 vs Sony W330 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung SL620 and Sony W330, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SL620 (12MP) and the W330 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SL620 was released 10 months before the W330 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SL620 matches up versus the W330 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung SL620 vs Sony W330 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL620 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung SL620 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Sony W330
SL620 | W330 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Samsung SL620
W330 | SL620 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 10 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Samsung SL620 and Sony W330
SL620 | W330 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Samsung SL620 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL620 provides exterior dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W330 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Samsung SL620 and Sony W330 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SL620 versus the W330.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL620 and W330 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Samsung SL620 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL620 and W330.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W330 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SL620 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Samsung SL620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SL620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Also Known as | PL65 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-02-17 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 128g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $200 | $170 |