Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung SL720
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung SL720 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released July 2009
- Also referred to as PL70

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung SL720 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Samsung SL720, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both are built by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and SL720 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Galaxy Camera 4G was manufactured 3 years after the SL720 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades against the SL720 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung SL720 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung SL720. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Samsung SL720
Galaxy Camera 4G | SL720 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 39 months |
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
SL720 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung SL720
Galaxy Camera 4G | SL720 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G provides physical dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 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).
Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Samsung SL720 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the SL720.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and SL720 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 4G and SL720.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy Camera 4G should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung SL720 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung SL720 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Samsung SL720 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Samsung SL720 |
Also Known as | - | PL70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2012-08-29 | 2009-07-14 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | - | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 4.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 0k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.60 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 lb) | 168 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $550 | $119 |