Canon 1000D vs Samsung SL720

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon 1000D vs Samsung SL720, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 1000D (10MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is relatively close but the 1000D (APS-C) and SL720 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1000D was released 11 months before the SL720 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 1000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the 1000D scores vs the SL720 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 1000D and Samsung SL720. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1000D Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 1000D provides exterior dimensions of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") having a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 1000D and the SL720.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1000D and SL720 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1000D and SL720.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1000D because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung SL720 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older 1000D will be behind with regard to sensor tech.