Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung PL200

Below is a extended analysis of the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung PL200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was brought out 4 years later than the PL200 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX520 HS scores versus the PL200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS has external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung PL200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SX520 HS against the PL200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and PL200 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and PL200.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX520 HS to provide more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher SX520 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.