Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung SL720

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung SL720, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and SL720 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was brought out 3 years later than the SL720 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the SL720 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Samsung SL720. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS offers outer measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung SL720 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX160 IS compared to the SL720.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and SL720 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and SL720.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX160 IS to resolve extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher SX160 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.