Samsung SL820 vs Sony A200

On this page, we are looking at the Samsung SL820 vs Sony A200, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the SL820 (12MP) and the A200 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the SL820 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The SL820 was released 8 months later than the A200 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung SL820 being a Compact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the SL820 scores against the A200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL820 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung SL820 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung SL820 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony A200 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

See the Samsung SL820 vs Sony A200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SL820 versus the A200.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SL820 and A200 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SL820 and A200.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SL820 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung SL820 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent SL820 will have an edge in sensor tech.