Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung SL820

Here is a comprehensive review of the Canon SX700 HS and Samsung SL820, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and SL820 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was revealed 5 years later than the SL820 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX700 HS grades against the SL820 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Samsung SL820. The full galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS provides physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Samsung SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX700 HS and Samsung SL820 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX700 HS and the SL820.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and SL820 is 89 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX700 HS and SL820.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX700 HS to provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger SX700 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.