Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung PL170

The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon SX520 HS versus Samsung PL170, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was brought out 3 years after the PL170 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX520 HS matches up vs the PL170 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Samsung PL170. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Samsung PL170 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SX520 HS and the PL170.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and PL170 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and PL170.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX520 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.