Canon SX60 HS vs Samsung SL202

In this article, we are comparing the Canon SX60 HS vs Samsung SL202, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was announced 5 years after the SL202 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX60 HS grades versus the SL202 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Samsung SL202. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX60 HS enjoys outer measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Samsung SL202 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX60 HS vs Samsung SL202 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX60 HS vs the SL202.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX60 HS and SL202 is 61 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX60 HS and SL202.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX60 HS to provide you with greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent SX60 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.