Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung SL30

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon SX700 HS versus Samsung SL30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and SL30 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was unveiled 5 years later than the SL30 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX700 HS scores vs the SL30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Samsung SL30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX700 HS versus Samsung SL30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX700 HS compared to the SL30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and SL30 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX700 HS and SL30.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX700 HS to give greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SX700 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.