Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung SL620

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung SL620, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was released 24 months later than the SL620 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX220 HS matches up against the SL620 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS and Samsung SL620. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Samsung SL620 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS provides external measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung SL620 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung SL620 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX220 HS vs the SL620.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and SL620 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and SL620.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos though you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX220 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.