Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung SL820

Below is a thorough review of the Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung SL820, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was brought out 3 years later than the SL820 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX260 HS grades against the SL820 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Samsung SL820. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL820 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX260 HS versus the SL820.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and SL820 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and SL820.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of files however you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger SX260 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.