Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung WB350F

Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and WB350F (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was introduced 2 years after the WB350F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX720 HS grades vs the WB350F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX720 HS features exterior 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 WB350F has proportions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX720 HS and the WB350F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and WB350F is 89 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and WB350F.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX720 HS to result in more detail using its extra 4.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.