Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST700
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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
(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
- Announced July 2009
- Alternate Name is PL70
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011
Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST700 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both created by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SL720 was brought out 18 months prior to the ST700 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SL720 matches up vs the ST700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL720 and Samsung ST700. The entire galleries are available at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Samsung ST700
SL720 | ST700 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Samsung SL720
ST700 | SL720 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | July 2009 | More modern by 18 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung SL720 and Samsung ST700
SL720 | ST700 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL720 offers external measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SL720 vs the ST700.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and ST700 is 94 and 99 respectively.
Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The image here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SL720 and ST700.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST700 to deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SL720 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Samsung SL720 | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung SL720 | Samsung ST700 |
Also called | PL70 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-07-14 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $119 | $280 |