Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL720

On this page, we are looking at the Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL720, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was brought out 2 years after the SL720 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX230 HS scores vs the SL720 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Samsung SL720. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys external measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung SL720 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX230 HS vs the SL720.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and SL720 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and SL720.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of files however you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger SX230 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.