Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung PL120
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40 Features
51 Overall
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37 Features
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Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Released February 2014
- Newer Model is Canon SX710 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011

Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung PL120 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX700 HS versus Samsung PL120, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX700 HS was brought out 3 years later than the PL120 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX700 HS matches up against the PL120 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Samsung PL120. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Samsung PL120
SX700 HS | PL120 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 38 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Canon SX700 HS
PL120 | SX700 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and Samsung PL120
SX700 HS | PL120 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS comes with external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX700 HS versus Samsung PL120 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX700 HS and the PL120.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and PL120 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX700 HS and PL120.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX700 HS to show extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX700 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Samsung PL120 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Samsung PL120 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-02-12 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269g (0.59 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | - |
Price at launch | $349 | $150 |