Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung SL720

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon SX520 HS versus Samsung SL720, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and SL720 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was revealed 5 years after the SL720 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX520 HS scores versus the SL720 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Samsung SL720. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS comes with physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL720 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX520 HS against the SL720.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and SL720 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and SL720.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX520 HS to produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger SX520 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.