Canon SX50 HS vs Samsung SL620

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX50 HS and Samsung SL620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was introduced 3 years after the SL620 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX50 HS matches up against the SL620 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Samsung SL620. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Samsung SL620 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX50 HS has got outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX50 HS compared to the SL620.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX50 HS and SL620 is 65 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX50 HS and SL620.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files but you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX50 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.