Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung SL720

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon SX270 HS and Samsung SL720, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was announced 3 years later than the SL720 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX270 HS grades versus the SL720 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS provides exterior measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX270 HS and Samsung SL720 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX270 HS versus the SL720.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and SL720 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and SL720.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you would want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SX270 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.