Samsung SL720 vs Sony W230
94 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
25 Overall
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Samsung SL720 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Alternate Name is PL70
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009
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Here is a extended review of the Samsung SL720 vs Sony W230, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL720 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SL720 was launched 5 months later than the W230 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SL720 scores vs the W230 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL720 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Sony W230
| SL720 | W230 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Samsung SL720
| W230 | SL720 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Samsung SL720 and Sony W230
| SL720 | W230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2009 |  | February 2009 | Similar generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Absent Touch friendly display |
Samsung SL720 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung SL720 has outer measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung SL720 vs Sony W230 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SL720 versus the W230.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL720 and W230 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Samsung SL720 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SL720 and W230.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration.
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Samsung SL720 vs Sony W230 Specifications
| Samsung SL720 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung SL720 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
| Also called | PL70 | - |
| Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2009-07-14 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.8-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 168g (0.37 lb) | 156g (0.34 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 | SLB-10A | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $119 | $180 |