Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung SL820

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX220 HS versus Samsung SL820, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was announced 24 months after the SL820 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX220 HS matches up against the SL820 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS and Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS comes with exterior 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 SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX220 HS vs the SL820.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and SL820 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and SL820.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX220 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.