Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung CL80

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX620 HS versus Samsung CL80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and CL80 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was announced 6 years after the CL80 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX620 HS grades against the CL80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Samsung CL80. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL80 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX620 HS vs the CL80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and CL80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The image below may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and CL80.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX620 HS to provide you with extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.