Samsung SL620 vs Sony W350

Below is a in depth analysis of the Samsung SL620 versus Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SL620 (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SL620 was introduced 10 months prior to the W350 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SL620 matches up vs the W350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL620 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung SL620 Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung SL620 offers outer dimensions 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 W350 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SL620 versus the W350.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL620 and W350 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL620 and W350.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W350 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older SL620 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.