Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung SL720

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung SL720, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the SX530 HS (16MP) and SL720 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was released 5 years later than the SL720 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX530 HS scores against the SL720 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Samsung SL720. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS has exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Samsung SL720 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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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX530 HS and the SL720.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and SL720 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and SL720.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX530 HS to give greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern SX530 HS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.