Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung SL720

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was announced 20 months later than the SL720 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the ELPH 300 HS matches up versus the SL720 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 300 HS offers outside measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and 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).

Compare the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Samsung SL720 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 300 HS against the SL720.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 300 HS and SL720 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 300 HS and SL720.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer ELPH 300 HS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.