Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung PL170

Below is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung PL170, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was introduced 14 months later than the PL170 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX240 HS scores vs the PL170 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Samsung PL170. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS features exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL170 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung PL170 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX240 HS and the PL170.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and PL170 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and PL170.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung PL170 to give you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher SX240 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.