Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung PL170

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon SX720 HS and Samsung PL170, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was launched 5 years later than the PL170 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX720 HS grades against the PL170 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Samsung PL170. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX720 HS enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL170 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX720 HS and the PL170.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and PL170 is 89 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and PL170.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX720 HS to result in more detail utilizing its extra 4.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher SX720 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.