Samsung SL820 vs Samsung ST100

Below, we will be matching up the Samsung SL820 and Samsung ST100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Samsung. The image resolution of the SL820 (12MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SL820 was introduced 10 months before the ST100 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung SL820 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SL820 grades against the ST100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL820 & Samsung ST100. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung SL820 Gallery & Samsung ST100 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL820 comes with physical measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SL820 against the ST100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL820 and ST100 is 94 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL820 and ST100.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung ST100 to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SL820 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.