Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30
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![Canon PowerShot SX710 HS front Canon PowerShot SX710 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX710-HS/Canon-SX710-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Released January 2015
- Old Model is Canon SX700 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Also Known as ES15
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Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon SX710 HS and Samsung SL30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and SL30 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SX710 HS was manufactured 5 years later than the SL30 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX710 HS matches up vs the SL30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Samsung SL30. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Samsung SL30
SX710 HS | SL30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 72 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Canon SX710 HS
SL30 | SX710 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Samsung SL30
SX710 HS | SL30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 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") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX710 HS and Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX710 HS and the SL30.
![Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 size comparison Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX710-HS-vs-Samsung-SL30-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and SL30 is 89 and 95 respectively.
![Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 top view buttons comparison Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX710-HS-vs-Samsung-SL30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and SL30.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX710 HS to provide you with more detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern SX710 HS should have an advantage in sensor technology.
![Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 sensor size comparison Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX710-HS-vs-Samsung-SL30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX710-HS-vs-Samsung-SL30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Landscape Comparison
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Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Samsung SL30 |
Also called | - | ES15 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269g (0.59 lbs) | 140g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | 230 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $349 | $93 |