Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung ST6500

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung ST6500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and ST6500 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was announced 5 years later than the ST6500 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX720 HS grades against the ST6500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Samsung ST6500. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX720 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has specifications of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung ST6500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX720 HS and the ST6500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and ST6500 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and ST6500.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX720 HS to give you greater detail with its extra 4.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.