Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung WB850F

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and WB850F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was launched 4 years later than the WB850F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX720 HS grades versus the WB850F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX720 HS features outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Samsung WB850F has dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX720 HS and the WB850F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and WB850F is 89 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The graphic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and WB850F.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.