Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810
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![Samsung SL720 front Samsung SL720 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-SL720/Samsung-SL720-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W810/Sony-W810-front.jpg)
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45 Features
26 Overall
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Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced July 2009
- Additionally referred to as PL70
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2014
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Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and W810 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SL720 was brought out 5 years before the W810 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SL720 grades vs the W810 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL720 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Sony W810
SL720 | W810 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Samsung SL720
W810 | SL720 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 54 months |
Common features in the Samsung SL720 and Sony W810
SL720 | W810 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung SL720 enjoys physical measurements 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 W810 has sizing of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Look at the Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 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)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SL720 and the W810.
![Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 size comparison Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL720-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W810-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and W810 is 94 and 96 respectively.
![Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 top view buttons comparison Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL720-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W810-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SL720 and W810.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony W810 to provide you with more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SL720 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
![Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 sensor size comparison Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-SL720-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W810-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-SL720-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W810-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 SL720 vs Sony W810 Specifications
Samsung SL720 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SL720 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Also called as | PL70 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-07-14 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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) | 111g (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 200 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $119 | $100 |