Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung PL200

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX720 HS and Samsung PL200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and PL200 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was launched 5 years after the PL200 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX720 HS scores versus the PL200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX720 HS provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Canon SX720 HS and Samsung PL200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX720 HS against the PL200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and PL200 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and PL200.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX720 HS to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 6.3MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.