Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung SL720

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX240 HS versus Samsung SL720, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was launched 2 years later than the SL720 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX240 HS grades against the SL720 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Samsung SL720. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS provides external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and 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).

Look at the Canon SX240 HS versus Samsung SL720 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the SL720.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and SL720 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and SL720.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX240 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.