Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB700

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB700, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and WB700 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was released 5 years after the WB700 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX540 HS matches up vs the WB700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX540 HS comes with external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB700 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX540 HS against the WB700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and WB700 is 69 and 98 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX540 HS and WB700.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX540 HS to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX540 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.