Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung SL720

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").

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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.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS and Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 350 HS Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

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.

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.

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

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.