Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SL720

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was unveiled 20 months after the SL720 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the ELPH 100 HS grades versus the SL720 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Samsung SL720. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 100 HS has exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Samsung SL720 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS and the SL720.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 100 HS and SL720 is 96 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 100 HS and SL720.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent ELPH 100 HS provides an advantage in sensor technology.