Samsung SL820 vs Sony S2000
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93 Imaging
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Samsung SL820 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Other Name is IT100
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
Samsung SL820 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung SL820 and Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL820 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SL820 was manufactured 10 months prior to the S2000 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SL820 grades versus the S2000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung SL820 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL820 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung SL820 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Sony S2000
SL820 | S2000 |
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Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Samsung SL820
S2000 | SL820 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | February 2009 | More recent by 10 months |
Common features in the Samsung SL820 and Sony S2000
SL820 | S2000 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Samsung SL820 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung SL820 has external dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung SL820 and Sony S2000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SL820 vs the S2000.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL820 and S2000 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Samsung SL820 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The graphic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL820 and S2000.
All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung SL820 to offer more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older SL820 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung SL820 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Samsung SL820 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SL820 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Also called | IT100 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-17 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 model | SLB-10A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $280 | $225 |