Samsung NX10 vs Samsung SL720

Here, we will be evaluating the Samsung NX10 and Samsung SL720, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX10 (15MP) and SL720 (12MP) and the NX10 (APS-C) and SL720 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The NX10 was unveiled 9 months later than the SL720 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the NX10 grades against the SL720 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX10 and Samsung SL720. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX10 Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX10 enjoys outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Samsung SL720 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX10 and Samsung SL720 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX10 vs the SL720.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX10 and SL720 is 80 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX10 and SL720.

All in all, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX10 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung NX10 will give you greater detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern NX10 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.