Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung SL720

Lets look more in depth at the Canon SX210 IS versus Samsung SL720, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was introduced 12 months after the SL720 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX210 IS matches up vs the SL720 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX210 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung SL720 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX210 IS versus Samsung SL720 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX210 IS against the SL720.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and SL720 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and SL720.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX210 IS to result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher SX210 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.