Samsung NX100 vs Samsung SL720

Here, we are comparing the Samsung NX100 versus Samsung SL720, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and SL720 (12MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and SL720 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The NX100 was released 15 months after the SL720 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the NX100 scores versus the SL720 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX100 & Samsung SL720. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX100 features outer dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the NX100 vs the SL720.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX100 and SL720 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX100 and SL720.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX100 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Samsung NX100 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern NX100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.