Nikon A100 vs Samsung SL720

Here is a extensive comparison of the Nikon A100 versus Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and SL720 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A100 was announced 6 years later than the SL720 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A100 grades vs the SL720 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are available at Nikon A100 Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon A100 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung SL720 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the A100 versus the SL720.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A100 and SL720 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A100 and SL720.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon A100 to produce more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer A100 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.