Clicky

Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720

Portability
95
Imaging
46
Features
39
Overall
43
Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS front
 
Samsung SL720 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 350 HS
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.6-7.0) lens
  • 147g - 100 x 58 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2015
  • Additionally referred to as IXUS 275 HS
Samsung SL720
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Released July 2009
  • Alternate Name is PL70
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720 Overview

Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) and SL720 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

The ELPH 350 HS was introduced 5 years later than the SL720 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ELPH 350 HS grades against the SL720 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 350 HS over the Samsung SL720

 ELPH 350 HS SL720 
ReleasedFebruary 2015July 2009More recent by 68 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Canon ELPH 350 HS

 SL720 ELPH 350 HS 

Common features in the Canon ELPH 350 HS and Samsung SL720

 ELPH 350 HS SL720 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 350 HS enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung SL720 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Samsung SL720 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 350 HS versus the SL720.

Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 350 HS and SL720 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 350 HS and SL720.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 350 HS to produce extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 350 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon ELPH 350 HS
Portrait photography with Samsung SL720
39
MP count good (20 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon ELPH 350 HS
Street photography with Samsung SL720
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competition in class (147 grams)
47
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than competition (168g)
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon ELPH 350 HS
Sports photography with Samsung SL720
44
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20MP)
good battery pack (250 per charge)
very slow continuous shooting (2.5 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
17
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon ELPH 350 HS
Travel photography with Samsung SL720
69
good battery pack (250 shots)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (25mm)
long zoom (300mm)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (147 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.6)
56
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (168 grams)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 350 HS Landscape photography info
Samsung SL720 Landscape photography info
48
quite wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20MP)
good battery pack (250 CIPA)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
no manual exposure
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
27
really wide (28mm)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Vlogging Comparison

Canon ELPH 350 HS Vlogging highlights
Samsung SL720 Vlogging highlights
33
quite wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
no mic jack
heavier than competition in class (147 grams)
25
really wide (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external mic support
heavier than competition (168g)
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 350 HS and Samsung SL720
 Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HSSamsung SL720
General Information
Brand Name Canon Samsung
Model Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS Samsung SL720
Also referred to as IXUS 275 HS PL70
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2015-02-06 2009-07-14
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 4+ -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5184 x 3888 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-300mm (12.0x) 28-102mm (3.6x)
Maximal aperture f/3.6-7.0 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focus distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter rate 2.5 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m 4.60 m
Flash modes Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 147 gr (0.32 lb) 168 gr (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 100 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life 250 photos -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-11LH SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch pricing $219 $119