Canon SX500 IS vs Samsung ST700

Following is a complete overview of the Canon SX500 IS versus Samsung ST700, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was announced 20 months after the ST700 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX500 IS grades vs the ST700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Samsung ST700. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX500 IS has got outer measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX500 IS against the ST700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and ST700 is 80 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX500 IS and ST700.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files but you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX500 IS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.