Nikon A10 vs Samsung SL720

Following is a in depth overview of the Nikon A10 and Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the A10 (16MP) and SL720 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A10 was launched 6 years after the SL720 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the A10 scores versus the SL720 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Samsung SL720. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon A10 Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A10 enjoys physical measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL720 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A10 vs the SL720.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A10 and SL720 is 94 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A10 and SL720.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon A10 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern A10 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.