Samsung SL720 vs Sony a5100

Below, we are matching up the Samsung SL720 versus Sony a5100, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the SL720 (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The SL720 was announced 6 years earlier than the a5100 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SL720 scores against the a5100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL720 & Sony Alpha a5100. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung SL720 Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL720 enjoys exterior dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony a5100 has proportions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SL720 and the a5100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SL720 and a5100 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SL720 and a5100.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SL720 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony a5100 will produce extra detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older SL720 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.