Samsung SL820 vs Sony W730

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Samsung SL820 and Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SL820 (12MP) and W730 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SL820 was revealed 4 years prior to the W730 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SL820 scores against the W730 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL820 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL820 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL820 has got exterior measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony W730 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung SL820 and Sony W730 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SL820 versus the W730.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SL820 and W730 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SL820 and W730.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony W730 to result in extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SL820 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.